Relates to the timeframe for guardianship hearings
Bill A 8561 proposes to increase the maximum timeframe for certain guardianship hearings. Currently, courts must set the date for an order to show cause hearing no more than 28 days after the order is signed. This bill would extend that maximum period to 35 days. The court would still retain the ability to set an earlier hearing date or adjourn a hearing if good cause is shown. This change directly affects individuals involved in guardianship proceedings by allowing more time before a hearing is scheduled.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced May 20, 2025
Last action May 13, 2026
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Committee
4
May 13, 2026
Committee
REPORTED REFERRED TO RULES
lower
Apr 28, 2026
Committee
REPORTED REFERRED TO CODES
lower
Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO JUDICIARY
lower
May 20, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO JUDICIARY
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Amy Paulin
DDemocratic
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