Maryland Trust Act - In Terrorem Clause - Void
Sponsor: Jon S. Cardin (District 11B)Committee: JudiciarySubject: Estates and TrustsStatus: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 502 (as of Sep 4, 2026)
What this bill does
Official synopsis
Establishing that, under the Maryland Trust Act, a certain in terrorem clause contained in a trust is void under certain circumstances.
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Testimony (4)
MGA witness listFAV 4Favorable
| Position | Witness | Organization | Testimony |
|---|---|---|---|
| FAV | Cardin, Jon | Office of Del. Jon Cardin | Written (PDF) |
| FAV | Delegate Cardin, Delegate Cardinlegislator | Individual | Oral |
| FAV | Delegate Cardin, Delegate Cardinlegislator | Individual | Oral |
| FAV | Harris, Michael | Individual | Written (PDF) |