Guardianship Bill of Rights
On March 30th, Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) introduced the Guardianship Bill of Rights Act (S. 1148). Guardianships are intended to be legal relationships established to protect people with disabilities and older adults, but often lead to loss of rights, abuse, fraud, and exploitation. This bill would establish a Guardianship and Other Protective Arrangements and Supported Decision-Making Council that would be responsible for promoting less restrictive arrangements for people living under, or being considered for, guardianships. The bill would also create a protection and advocacy agency focused on the rights of people being considered for, and living under, a guardianship. The bill is cosponsored by Senator John Fetterman (D-PA), Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-WA), and Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT).
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