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Introduced
02/25/2019
02/25/2019
In Committee
02/28/2019
02/28/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to family visitation with a vulnerable adult. Elder Affairs.
AI Summary
This bill aims to protect the visitation rights of family members with frail elderly individuals. It defines key terms such as "family caregiver," "family member," and "frail elderly individual," and outlines the process for a family member to petition the court to order visitation if the family caregiver unreasonably prevents it. The court must consider factors like the elderly individual's preferences and best interests when making its decision. The bill also allows the court to appoint a guardian ad litem for the elderly individual and requires the family caregiver to notify the petitioner of certain events like hospitalization or death. Overall, this bill seeks to ensure that family members can maintain meaningful connections with their elderly loved ones, even in situations where a caregiver may be limiting access.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2487 (on 02/03/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2207 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2207.pdf |
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