H 4330 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act relative to the Massachusetts Uniform Trust Decanting Act

This bill establishes the Massachusetts Uniform Trust Decanting Act, giving trustees the legal authority to transfer assets from one trust to a new trust with modified terms. It defines key terms like "decanting power" and clarifies who qualifies as a beneficiary for trust adjustments. The law directly affects Massachusetts trustees, beneficiaries (including charitable organizations), and trust assets by providing a streamlined way to update trust terms without court approval. It applies to both personal and charitable trusts under state law.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jul 2025
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Governor
Introduced Jul 30, 2025 Last action Jul 30, 2025
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Jul 30, 2025
Lower · Passed
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means
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Jul 30, 2025
Lower · Passed
Reported from the committee on The Judiciary
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0 primary · 1 co-sponsor

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