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GA HB1218
Wills, trusts and administration of estates; notice to beneficiaries of a testate estate; provide
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Introduced
02/09/2024
02/09/2024
In Committee
03/08/2024
03/08/2024
Crossed Over
02/26/2024
02/26/2024
Passed
Dead
03/28/2024
03/28/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Article 1 of Chapter 5 of Title 53 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to probate, so as to provide notice to beneficiaries of a testate estate; to provide for legislative construction; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends Georgia law to require personal representatives of a testate estate to notify the beneficiaries of the will's probate within six months of their qualification, unless the beneficiary has waived the right to notification, acknowledged service of the petition to probate the will, or is the personal representative themselves. The bill also clarifies that where a trust is a beneficiary, the notice requirement applies to the trust's current income or principal beneficiaries. Additionally, the bill specifies that the notice requirement does not alter any other applicable time periods under Georgia law related to the administration of the estate.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (6)
Stacey Evans (D)*,
Stan Gunter (R)*,
Rob Leverett (R)*,
Mary Oliver (D)*,
Will Wade (R)*,
Bo Hatchett (R),
Last Action
Senate Tabled (on 03/26/2024)
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/66885 |
BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20232024/225580 |
BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20232024/224898 |
BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20232024/223574 |
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