The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 10, seeks to appropriate a total of four million seven hundred thousand dollars from the General Fund to the Probate Courts for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027. This funding is specifically designated for increasing compensation for court-appointed conservators who manage the affairs of indigent conserved persons. The bill aims to align these compensation rates with the recent increases in minimum wage, as recommended by a working group established under section 7 of public act 25-48.
The bill does not contain any deletions from current law but introduces new legal language to ensure that the appropriated funds are utilized for the specified purpose of enhancing conservator compensation. This legislative action reflects a commitment to support the financial needs of conservators who provide essential services to vulnerable populations.