http://www.bendbulletin.com/lifestyle/2909640-151/oregon-bill-seeks-to-tighten-power-of-attorney
A Power of Attorney can be either a vital tool in caring for a loved one or an easy way to take advantage of them. Obtaining a POA is an inexpensive process and it provides the agent with a lot of power. The safeguards that are being proposed in the above bill seem both reasonable and effective in deterring agent malfeasance.
I will keep you posted on the outcome of this legislation.