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MS SB2530

Bill

Status

Passed

3/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Benjamin Suber

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Raises the perpetual care trust fund principal threshold from $50,000 to $75,000 for cemeteries that may use certificates of deposit instead of formal trust arrangements
  • Extends the allowable maturity period for certificates of deposit from 30 days to one year or less
  • Certificates of deposit must be issued by FDIC-insured institutions and labeled "For Perpetual Care"
  • Once a cemetery's perpetual care principal exceeds $75,000, funds must be transferred to an irrevocable trust managed by a trustee
  • Takes effect July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Perpetual care cemetery; allow certain cemeteries to maintain CDs that mature in one year or less.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Business and Commerce2/12/2026
Business and Financial Institutions1/19/2026

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