Measure would have courts prioritize ‘supported decision making’ when appointing guardians for people with developmental disabilities

Sen. Corey Simon

Courts would have to consider “supported decision making” before appointing a guardian for people with developmental disabilities under a bipartisan measure that is moving through the Legislature.

The Senate Children, Families and Elder Affairs Committee voted unanimously January 17 to approve SB 446 by Sen. Corey Simon, R-Tallahassee. Rep. Allison Tant, D-Tallahassee, is sponsoring the companion, HB 73.