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MA S2848
MA S2848Relative to supported decision-making agreements for certain adults with disabilities
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Introduced
04/28/2022
04/28/2022
In Committee
11/03/2022
11/03/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to supported decision-making agreements for certain adults with disabilities, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2848).
AI Summary
This bill establishes a new law in Massachusetts that allows certain adults with disabilities to enter into supported decision-making agreements. These agreements allow the adult to choose one or more "supporters" to assist them in making decisions about their life, such as where they want to live, what services they want to receive, and who they want to work with. The bill outlines the requirements for these agreements, including that they must be signed voluntarily without coercion, and that supporters can only provide assistance that the adult agrees to. The bill also requires the state to provide training on supported decision-making, and mandates that schools inform students and families about supported decision-making as an alternative to guardianship. Overall, this bill aims to promote the self-determination and independence of adults with disabilities in Massachusetts.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (10)
Michael Brady (D),
Jo Comerford (D),
Paul Feeney (D),
Anne Gobi (D),
Joan Lovely (D),
Mike Moore (D),
Susan Moran (D),
Patrick O'Connor (R),
Norm Orrall (R),
Walter Timilty (D),
Other Sponsors (1)
Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities (J)
Last Action
New draft substituted, see S3132 (on 11/03/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S2848 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S2848.pdf |
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