Bill

SB 1839

Relating to the delivery of records, including a will, in probate proceedings transferred to other courts.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Harold Dutton and 1 co-sponsor

SB 1839 requires Texas courts to establish clear procedures for transferring probate records, including wills, when cases move between jurisdictions to prevent delays and document loss.

Effective on 9/1/25

#courts--administration(i0130) #probate--wills&adminofestates(i0590) #recordsmanagement(s0205)

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House Committee Report capitol.texas.gov

Senate Committee Report capitol.texas.gov

Enrolled capitol.texas.gov

Introduced capitol.texas.gov

Engrossed capitol.texas.gov

Bill text & amendments

Fiscal Note (Engrossed) Fiscal Note (Introduced) Analysis (Introduced) Analysis (Senate Committee Report) Fiscal Note (Senate Committee Report) Witness List (House Committee Report) Analysis (House Committee Report) Analysis (Enrolled) Witness List (Senate Committee Report)

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