Relating to decedents' estates and other matters involving probate courts.
What changed between versions
Added requirement for clerks to transfer probate documents electronically using the state's electronic filing system when transferring proceedings between counties.
Added new subsection allowing copies of self-proving affidavits with wills to be sufficient for making wills self-proved in court.
Modified inventory requirements to clarify what information must be included about estate property and marital status.
Added requirement for courts to deliver orders electronically to all parties in cases where electronic filing is required or authorized.
Added new powers for surviving spouses to manage community property when no qualified executor exists, including the ability to sue, sell, mortgage, and collect claims.
Repealed Section 403.060 of the Estates Code, which appears to be an obsolete provision.
Set the effective date of the Act to September 1, 2025.