Clarifies rules around digital wills and remote witnessing, ensuring electronic estate documents and virtual signings are valid if proper, established procedures are followed.
Provisions for children and dependents omitted from a will were clarified, including how and when they may still inherit, especially if the omission was perceived unintentional.
Updates statutory references regarding homestead allowances and nonprobate transfers, ensuring that beneficiaries' rights are properly applied under current law.
Improves voting rights of individuals under guardianship, documentation of capacity.
Refines trust administration rules by clarifying how multiple trusts can be combined or restructured and correcting language to better reflect their legal intent and practice.
Legislative History
On Jan. 28, 2025, bill was introduced in House; on Feb. 27, 2025, bill passed House.
On Mar. 6, 2025, bill was introduced in Senate; on Apr. 16, 2025, bill passed Senate.
On Apr. 16, 2025, bill transmitted to governor; on Apr. 18, 2025, governor signed bill.
Effectiveness
90 days after legislature adjourns sine die; expected Apr. 26, 2025, so Jul. 25, 2025.
