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HB 385

Trusts

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Ashley Gantt and 1 co-sponsor

HB 385 would have modified Florida trust law, but was superseded when its Senate companion (SB 262) passed into law instead in 2025.

Laid on Table, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/SB 262 (Ch. 2025-159)
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Bill Summary · HB 385

Legislative bill overview

HB 385 modifies Florida's trust law, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the action history provided. The bill was superseded by its Senate companion, CS/CS/SB 262, which was ultimately enacted into law (Chapter 2025-159).

Why is this important

Trust law changes affect how Floridians can establish, manage, and distribute assets through trusts—a significant estate planning tool. Since the Senate version passed instead, the enacted provisions (rather than HB 385) now govern these trust-related matters in Florida.

Potential points of contention

  • Without access to the bill's specific text, substantive disagreements cannot be identified, but trust reforms often involve debates over beneficiary protections versus settlor flexibility
  • Changes to trust administration requirements can affect costs and complexity for trustees and beneficiaries
  • Asset protection provisions in trusts sometimes conflict with creditor rights, a recurring policy tension

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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