Mental Hygiene Law § 82.06 · Article 82. Supported Decision-making
Formation and term of agreement
Text — Law content up to date as of June 26, 2026, as published by the New York State Senate (Open Legislation)
* § 82.06 Formation and term of agreement.
(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 § 1 of chapter 481 of 2022 appear in the New York State Register or the date such regulations are adopted, whichever is later.
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