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Kansas has established a legal framework allowing adults with disabilities to enter into supported decision-making agreements as an alternative to guardianship.

On April 7, 2026, Governor Laura Kelly signed Senate Bill 84 (SB 84), the Supported Decision-Making Agreements Act. The law allows adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health needs, or other impairments to designate a supporter to assist with decisions related to health care, finances, housing, and other aspects of daily life.

Under supported decision-making, individuals retain full legal authority over their decisions while receiving assistance understanding information, weighing options, and communicating their choices. This . . .

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Weekly News Wire | April 21, 2026

Kansas Establishes Supported Decision-Making Agreements For Adults With Disabilities

Kansas has established a legal framework allowing adults with disabilities to enter into supported decision-making agreements as an alternative to guardianship.

On April 7, 2026, Governor Laura Kelly signed Senate Bill 84 (SB 84), the Supported Decision-Making Agreements Act. The law allows adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health needs, or other impairments to designate a supporter to assist with decisions related to health care, finances, housing, and other aspects of daily life.

Under supported decision-making, individuals retain full legal authority over their decisions while receiving assistance understanding information, weighing options, and communicating their choices. This . . .

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