SB2290Introduced in the Senate
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 30; Section 56-7-206 and Title 62, Chapter 5, relative to probate.
Introduced by John Stevens, District 24
What does this bill do?
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Official description
As introduced, permits a petitioner or affiant to proceed pro se in the administration of a small estate if the personal property consists exclusively of one or more life insurance policies that do not exceed $15,000 in value and are intended to be used for the decedent's burial, funeral, or final expenses; specifies that a person who files for a small estate affidavit or limited letters of authority is deemed to be acting in an individual capacity; requires the court clerk to provide a standardized form for filers. - Amends TCA Title 30; Section 56-7-206 and Title 62, Chapter 5.
Where it stands
Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Judiciary Committee
March 17, 2026
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Bill history
Filed for introduction
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee
Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Judiciary Committee
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