AZ SB1038

Establishes a probate advisory panel in the office of the governor consisting of 8 members appointed to staggered four-year terms, including guardians, conservators, advocates, fiduciaries, an attorney, a judicial officer, and a court clerk.

Panel shall hold public hearings at least quarterly to discuss improvements to adult guardianship and conservatorship laws and may consult with medical professionals including neuropsychologists, psychologists, or psychiatrists.

Panel must submit annual reports by November 15 of each year to the governor, speaker of the house, president of the senate, and chief justice of the supreme court, with copies provided to the secretary of state.

Panel members are not eligible for compensation or reimbursement of expenses.

Section 14-1110 is repealed effective December 31, 2027, making this a temporary measure with sunset provisions.