HB 5659·MI·house
Probate: powers of attorney; use of 2-way real-time audiovisual technology to execute a power of attorney; allow. Amends secs. 102 & 105 of 2023 PA 187 (MCL 556.202 & 556.205).
In CommitteeFiled Mar 3, 2026
Sponsor: Sarah Lightner
Latest Action
bill electronically reproduced 03/03/2026
Mar 4, 2026
Summary
The bill updates the Uniform Power of Attorney Act to let a principal execute a power of attorney using two‑way real‑time audiovisual communication. It sets specific rules for notarization, witnessing, and record‑keeping when the signing is done remotely. The change aims to make creating powers of attorney easier for people who cannot be physically present.
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