(a) An adult may enter into a supported decision-making agreement at
any time if the adult enters into the agreement voluntarily.
(b) A decision-maker may sign a supported decision-making agreement in
any manner, including electronic signatures permitted under article
three of the state technology law.
(c) A supported decision-making agreement formed under the provisions
of this article shall remain in effect unless and until revoked by the
decision-maker.
* NB Effective 90 days from the date that the regulations issued in
accordance with ยง 1 of chapter 481 of 2022 appear in the New York State
Register or the date such regulations are adopted, whichever is later.
Structure New York Laws
Article 82 - Supported Decision-Making
82.01 - Legislative Findings and Purpose.
82.03 - Presumption of Capacity.
82.05 - Duties, Responsibilities, and Authority of Supporters.
82.06 - Formation and Term of Agreement.
82.07 - Revocation and Amendment of Agreement.
82.08 - Eligibility and Resignation of Supporters.
82.09 - Facilitation of Agreement.
82.11 - Legal Effect of Decisions Made With Support and Third Party Obligations.
82.12 - Limitations on Liability.
82.14 - Reporting Abuse, Coercion, Undue Influence, or Financial Exploitation.