MI HB4909

Requires professional guardians and conservators of non-minor incapacitated or protected individuals to obtain a license under part 5A of the Estates and Protected Individuals Code beginning October 1, 2025, with an exception for financial institutions serving as conservators.

Establishes suitability standards for guardians and conservators based on specific court findings including the individual's preferences, availability, criminal history, personal stability, and ability to advocate for the individual's best interests.

Implements priority appointment procedures for guardians and conservators, requiring courts to appoint priority candidates unless specific findings on the record demonstrate unsuitability or unwillingness to serve.

Requires letters of guardianship and conservatorship to expire no later than 15 months after appointment and prevents reissuance to guardians or conservators who fail to file required reports or accountings.

Permits professional guardians employing multiple licensed staff to designate a licensed employee as the primary decision maker and requires notification of this designation to the ward, interested persons, and other relevant parties within 7 days of appointment or change.