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SB 5837·WA·senate

Concerning guardianship, conservatorship, and other protective arrangements.

EnactedFiled Dec 5, 2025
Sponsor: Jamie Pedersen (D)
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Effective date 6/11/2026.

Mar 24, 2026

Summary

The bill changes how adult guardianships, conservatorships and other protective arrangements are handled. It requires a trained court visitor to evaluate each petition, mandates the appointment of an attorney for the person subject to the proceeding, and sets new reporting, fee‑allocation and notice rules. The goal is to ensure less‑restrictive options are considered and the rights of the affected adult are better protected.

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