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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to supported decision-making agreements. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
AI Summary
This bill creates a new law in Massachusetts that establishes supported decision-making agreements. These agreements allow adults with disabilities to voluntarily enter into an arrangement with one or more "supporters" who can assist the adult in making decisions about their life, such as where to live, what services to receive, and medical care, without impeding the adult's self-determination. The bill also requires the state's executive office of health and human services to establish a training program on supported decision-making, and mandates that school districts and charter schools inform students and families about supported decision-making as an alternative to guardianship during the transitional planning process. Overall, the bill aims to promote the autonomy and self-determination of adults with disabilities.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (20)
Paul Tucker (D)*,
Michael Brady (D),
Gerry Cassidy (D),
Josh Cutler (D),
Pat Duffy (D),
Natalie Higgins (D),
Vanna Howard (D),
Mary Keefe (D),
Kathy LaNatra (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
David Linsky (D),
James Murphy (D),
Norm Orrall (R),
Steve Owens (D),
Lindsay Sabadosa (D),
Dan Sena (D),
Tom Stanley (D),
Walter Timilty (D),
Steve Ultrino (D),
Tommy Vitolo (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a new draft, see H4725 (on 04/26/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H272 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H272.pdf |
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