An Act relative to health care proxies

This bill modifies Massachusetts law to ensure that a health care proxy remains valid for six months after the principal's death. The change directly affects individuals who have designated a proxy to make medical decisions on their behalf. Under the new provision, the proxy cannot be automatically revoked upon the principal's passing, allowing the designated agent time to arrange for the transfer of medical records or other necessary actions. This adjustment aims to provide a brief grace period following a death before the legal authority of the proxy ends.