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MD HB1345

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jon Cardin

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Renders "in terrorem" clauses (no-contest provisions) in trusts void when probable cause exists for the interested person to institute proceedings contesting the trust or related estate matters

  • Adds new Section 14.5–113 to the Maryland Estates and Trusts Article

  • Applies prospectively only—does not affect causes of action that arose before the effective date

  • Takes effect July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Maryland Trust Act - In Terrorem Clause - Void

Ethics

Last Action

Hearing 3/11 at 2:00 p.m.

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/12/2026

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