AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- UNIFORM PARTITION OF HEIRS' PROPERTY ACT

SB 2394 adopts the Uniform Partition of Heirs' Property Act to streamline how courts handle division of family-owned real estate. It directly affects co-owners (cotenants) of "heirs' property" - real estate held jointly by relatives (e.g., 20%+ family members owning interests) - without clear ownership agreements. Key provisions require courts to determine property value via appraisal or agreement, allow cotenants to buy out others who want to sell, and mandate posting notices on the property. The law takes effect for new cases filed after January 1, 2027.