Resolve establishing a durable power of attorney review commission
This bill establishes a special commission to review Massachusetts' durable power of attorney (DPOA) system. The commission will examine how DPOAs are legally structured, administered, and used in practice - including risks of financial abuse, current protections for vulnerable individuals, and pathways for victims - to identify needed reforms. It requires the commission to gather input from diverse stakeholders, including advocacy groups and experts, and hold at least five public meetings. The commission must submit a final report with recommendations and draft legislation by March 1, 2027. This affects individuals who use DPOAs for financial decisions and those potentially at risk of financial abuse under such arrangements.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Feb 2025
Senate Passage
Feb 2025
Governor
Introduced Feb 27, 2025
Last action Mar 26, 2026
Floor votes
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This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
5
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 27, 2025
Senate · Passed
Senate concurred
Feb 27, 2025
House · Referred to committee
Referred to the committee on The Judiciary
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
District
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David Linsky
DDemocratic
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