OKL LEG Trust Administration Law Reform

Updated on: May 15, 2026

Latest Event


  • May 2026 OKL LEG Governor Approval
  • On May 12, 2026, OKL LEG reported bill approval by governor.

On May 6, OKL LEG passed bill on trust administration and procedures.

  • OKL LEG passed SB 2104 to update and clarify various provisions of Oklahoma trust law, including jurisdiction, venue, procedures in district court actions involving trusts.
  • The bill amends OKL LEG 60-175.23, OKL LEG 60-175.717, OKL LEG 60-1402, OKL LEG 60-1601.3, OKL LEG 60-1607.7, OKL LEG 60-1609.7, and OKL LEG 60-1610.3.
  • Bill Provisions
  • Clarifies district court jurisdiction venue for trust disputes, defines necessary parties in trust-related actions, and expands provisions on nonjudicial settlement agreements.
  • The bill also updates the definitions under the Oklahoma Uniform Trust Code.
  • Establishes procedures for trustees to obtain nonjudicial settlement of accounts, notice and objection requirements, and rules on delivery of trust property by former trustees.
  • Also, clarifies standards for enforceability of trust provisions and trust certifications.
  • The bill aims to modernize trust administration procedures, improve legal clarity, and reduce disputes involving trusts and trustees by establishing clearer rules, processes.
  • Legislative History
  • On Feb. 2, 2026, bill introduced in Senate; on Mar. 11, 2026, bill passed in the Senate.
  • On Mar. 12, 2026, bill introduced in House; on May 6, 2026, bill was passed in House.
  • Effectiveness
  • Upon approval, this bill shall become effective on Nov. 1, 2026.
  • May 2026 OKL LEG Governor Approval
  • On May 12, 2026, OKL LEG reported bill approval by governor.
Regulators
OKL LEG
Entity Types
CNSM; Fiduciary
Reference
Act, 5/12/2026; Bill SB2104, 5/6/2026; Citation: *OKL LEG* 60-175.23, 60-175.717, 60-1402, 60-1601.3, 60-1607.7, 60-1609.7, 60-1610.3;
Functions
Client Money; Complaints; Compliance; Financial; Legal
Countries
United States of America
Category
State
N/A
Products
Wealth Mgt
Rule Type
Final
Regions
Am
Rule Date
May 6, 2026
Effective Date
Nov 1, 2026
Rule ID
297237
Linked to
N/A
Reg. Last Update
May 12, 2026
Report Section
US Consumer