A comprehensive statutory reform package that (1) strengthens least‑restrictive‑alternative protections in conservatorship practice, (2) requires courts and conservators to document, review, and support conservatees’ rights and preferences, and (3) formally creates and defines Supported Decision‑Making (SDM) in California law. AB 1663 amends conservatorship investigation, petition, termination, and oversight procedures; requires courts to provide written plain‑language rights information to conservatees; establishes conservatorship alternatives programs in court self‑help centers (upon appropriation); and adds Division 11.5 to the Welfare & Institutions Code setting out SDM definitions, supporter duties, agreement elements, signature/formalities, disqualification criteria, safeguards, and accommodations for accessible formats and reviews.
January 20, 2026
