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Act 50 Lights Simpler Path for Families: Title 20 Amendments Explained

December 2, 2025 by Kathy Riess

On November 24, 2025, Governor Shapiro signed Act 50 of 2025 into law, which makes several important changes to Pennsylvania’s estate administration and probate laws. The three major areas affected include: (1) treatment of smaller bank accounts when the account holder dies, (2) easier access to unclaimed property by family members, and (3) a change in the order of distribution when a deceased … [Read more...] about Act 50 Lights Simpler Path for Families: Title 20 Amendments Explained

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