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Supporters say bill formally recognizes supported decision making; some parents warn protections are insufficient
Summary
Senate Bill 35 returned to the Senate Judiciary Committee for a fourth hearing where testimony both for and against the bill addressed whether Ohio should statutorily recognize supported decision making (SDM) plans as an alternative to guardianship.
Senate Bill 35 returned to the Senate Judiciary Committee for a fourth hearing where testimony both for and against the bill addressed whether Ohio should statutorily recognize supported decision making (SDM) plans as an alternative to guardianship.
Kristen Henry, executive director of Advocacy and Protective Services, Inc. (APSI), testified in support and described SDM as a way for adults with developmental disabilities who have legal capacity to appoint trusted supporters to help them understand, communicate and implement decisions. "We see…
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