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PA HB1091
Bill
Status
4/1/2025
Primary Sponsor
Torren Ecker
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AI Summary
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Amends Pennsylvania's intestate succession law (Title 20, Section 2103) to redirect estates without surviving heirs from the Commonwealth to endowed community funds serving the decedent's final county of residence
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Qualifying community foundations must have existed for at least 10 years, maintain 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status, be publicly supported, and undergo annual independent financial audits
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Community foundations must have an independent governing body representing the general public, maintain at least one part-time or full-time employee, and support a broad range of charitable activities
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Endowed community fund is defined as a perpetual fund held by a qualifying community foundation that provides grants to charitable causes
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Act takes effect 60 days after enactment
Legislative Description
In intestate succession, further providing for shares of others than surviving spouse.
Last Action
Laid on the table
9/10/2025