This bill amends section 732.108 of the Florida Statutes to clarify the circumstances under which persons born out of wedlock can be considered for intestate succession. Specifically, it introduces a new provision that allows individuals who are not residents of Florida or citizens of the United States to be recognized as legal heirs if they have been designated as such by a court in Florida or in their country of residence. This addition aims to ensure that individuals born out of wedlock are afforded the same rights to inheritance as those born within marriage, regardless of their residency or citizenship status.

The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, providing a clear framework for intestate succession involving individuals born out of wedlock, thereby promoting fairness and inclusivity in inheritance matters.