MA S1133

Amends Chapter 201F to allow parents, legal guardians, or legal custodians to designate a caregiver through an affidavit without requiring the minor to already reside with that caregiver

Expands caregiver authority to include decisions on recreational and enrichment activities (sports, clubs, camps, lessons) in addition to existing health care and education powers

Authorizes caregivers to apply for health insurance, dental insurance, and disability services on behalf of the minor child

Adds provisions for designating an alternate caregiver who can act if the primary caregiver becomes unavailable

Allows affidavits to take effect upon a future triggering event such as the authorizing party's incapacity, incarceration, deportation, or military deployment, with validity up to 2 years from the effective date