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OR SB1065

Bill

Status

Failed

6/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Human Services

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Origin

Senate

2025 Legislative Measures

AI Summary

  • Establishes the Center for Decision-Making Supports within the office of the Long Term Care Ombudsman

  • Defines "supported decision-making" as an individualized process to help adults with disabilities make life decisions while preserving self-determination, where supporters assist but do not have authority to make decisions on behalf of the individual

  • Requires the center to develop accessible information systems about guardianship, supported decision-making, and alternatives to guardianship for individuals needing support

  • Directs the center to serve as a one-stop educational resource covering youth transition to adulthood, guardianships, health care directives, powers of attorney, and guardianship alternatives for adults with disabilities and their families

  • Authorizes the center to provide referrals to advocacy organizations and legal assistance, enhance cross-agency collaboration on guardianship issues, and make all information available online

Legislative Description

Relating to supported decision-making.

Last Action

In committee upon adjournment.

6/27/2025

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means4/10/2025
Human Services2/21/2025

Full Bill Text

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