Occupations: individual licensing and registration; licensure of professional guardians and conservators; require. Amends sec. 303a of 1980 PA 299 (MCL 339.303a) & adds art. 14A.
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Overview
This bill establishes a licensing and registration process for professional guardians and conservators in Michigan. It creates Article 14A of the Occupational Code and outlines specific requirements for these professionals, including background checks, education, insurance coverage, and ongoing training. The bill also addresses the employment of individuals by guardians and conservators, prohibiting them from hiring individuals with criminal records related to abuse, exploitation, or fraud. It aims to ensure the safety and well-being of incapacitated and protected individuals by establishing standards for these critical roles.
Key provisions
- Establishes a licensing process for professional guardians and conservators.
- Requires a criminal background check, including review of criminal history records.
- Mandates specific educational and training requirements for licensed professionals.
- Prohibits professional guardians and conservators from employing individuals with certain criminal convictions.
- Requires professional liability insurance coverage.
- Establishes a continuing education requirement for licensed professionals.
- Creates a system for tracking and notifying guardians and conservators of criminal history updates.
- Defines key terms related to guardianship and conservatorship.
Who is affected
- Professional Guardians
- Professional Conservators
- Incapacitated Individuals
- Protected Individuals
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