SB 5887 Washington Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Protecting charitable organizations and ensuring the timely and secure transfer of property designated to them.

SB 5887 requires financial institutions and insurance companies (holders of property) to notify charitable organizations within 10 business days when they are named as beneficiaries in nonprobate transfers (like life insurance or retirement accounts). It establishes a simplified affidavit process for charities to claim property, requiring only specific documents (e.g., IRS determination letter, death certificate) while banning requests for personal information like Social Security numbers or financial details from charity employees. The bill prohibits holders from imposing conditions like forcing charities to open accounts or delaying payments to co-beneficiaries. Violations allow charities to sue for damages, court costs, and civil penalties up to $10,000, ensuring faster, secure property transfers to qualifying 501(c)(3) organizations.
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Dec 2025
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Introduced Dec 15, 2025 Last action Jan 12, 2026
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