The bill amends the Florida Trust Code to clarify the role of the Attorney General in representing interests related to charitable trusts that have their principal place of administration in Florida. Specifically, it grants the Attorney General exclusive authority to represent the general public, unnamed charitable beneficiaries, and individuals with special interests in a charitable trust during judicial proceedings. Additionally, it prohibits public officers from other states from asserting rights or interests in these matters. The bill also makes conforming amendments to related sections of the Florida Statutes to ensure consistency with these changes.

Furthermore, the bill reinforces that the common law of trusts and principles of equity will supplement the Florida Trust Code, while explicitly stating that the Attorney General from another state does not have standing regarding charitable trusts administered in Florida. The amendments aim to strengthen the enforcement of charitable trusts and clarify the standing of various parties involved, ensuring that the Attorney General of Florida has a clear and exclusive role in these legal matters. The act will take effect upon becoming law.

Statutes affected:
H 1173 Filed: 736.0110, 736.0106, 736.0405
H 1173 c1: 736.0110, 736.0106, 736.0405
H 1173 c2: 736.0110, 736.0106, 736.0405
H 1173 er: 736.0110, 736.0106, 736.0405