S 1138
An Act clarifying a right of a durable power of attorney
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Bill overview
This bill clarifies the rights and responsibilities of individuals acting as durable power of attorneys in Massachusetts. Currently, there can be ambiguity regarding the extent of a durable power of attorney’s authority. This legislation aims to provide greater clarity and certainty to both the person granting the power of attorney and the person receiving it, ensuring that the power of attorney accurately reflects the desired scope of authority. It seeks to streamline the process and reduce potential disputes related to these legal documents.
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John F. Keenan
Cosponsors
Brendan P. Crighton
Bruce E. Tarr
Jason M. Lewis
John F. Keenan
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Bill S.1138 194th (Current)
An Act clarifying a right of a durable power of attorney
By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1138) of John F. Keenan, Jason M. Lewis, Brendan P. Crighton, Patrick M. O'Connor and others for legislation to clarify a right of a durable power of attorney. The Judiciary.
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Presenter: John F. Keenan
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Displaying 6 actions for Bill S.1138
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 4/18/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 04/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/14/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 04/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 2/12/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Monday March 2, 2026 |
| 2/26/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a new draft, see S2969 |
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