SF 107: Relating to elder abuse

What it does

This bill relates to elder abuse. The bill amends the definition of “elder abuse” to include several actions taken relative to a vulnerable elder in all aspects of the vulnerable elder’s life, liberty, and property. The bill amends the definition of “financial exploitation” relative to a vulnerable elder to limit financial exploitation to that which is solely for the benefit of a person other than the vulnerable elder and not for the benefit of the vulnerable elder. Additionally, under the bill, “financial exploitation” includes alteration of a governing instrument by a person who stands in a position of trust or confidence with the vulnerable elder.

Lobbying · 1 for, 0 against

For: AARP Iowa

In plain words

1. January 19, 2023Filed in the Senate and sent to the Judiciary committee