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SB 293

Guardianship and conservatorship; duties and powers of guardian and conservator.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Danica Roem

SB 293 clarifies guardianship and conservatorship duties and powers in Virginia, affecting how personal and financial decisions are made for incapacitated individuals.

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Bill Summary · SB 293

Legislative bill overview

SB 293 modifies Virginia law regarding the duties, powers, and responsibilities of guardians and conservators who manage affairs for incapacitated individuals. The bill has been in committee review since January 2024 and was continued to the 2025 legislative session in February.

Why is this important

Guardianship and conservatorship laws directly affect vulnerable populations—including elderly individuals, people with disabilities, and minors—by establishing how their personal, medical, and financial decisions are made. Clarifying these duties and powers can improve protections against exploitation and ensure guardians/conservators act in their wards' best interests.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of powers: Proposals to expand or restrict what guardians/conservators can do with ward assets or medical decisions may face disagreement between those prioritizing protection versus autonomy
  • Oversight requirements: Enhanced reporting, monitoring, or court supervision duties could increase administrative burden on guardians while some argue current oversight is insufficient
  • Conflict of interest provisions: New restrictions on self-dealing or compensation may affect family members serving as guardians or professionals in the conservatorship field

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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