The proposed General Assembly Raised Bill No. 6896 seeks to implement the Uniform Real Property Transfer on Death Act in Connecticut, effective October 1, 2025. This legislation introduces new definitions and provisions for "transfer on death deeds," enabling property owners to designate beneficiaries who will inherit their property upon their death without the need for probate. Key features of the bill include the revocability of transfer on death deeds, the requirement for these deeds to be recorded in public records prior to the transferor's death, and the stipulation that existing encumbrances on the property remain intact. The bill also emphasizes the importance of consulting a lawyer when utilizing the provided form for creating a transfer on death deed.

Additionally, the bill amends existing statutes to protect the rights of surviving spouses and restrict individuals convicted of certain crimes from inheriting property through a transfer on death deed. It allows for a Superior Court action to determine the inheritance rights of individuals potentially involved in the death of a victim, with findings affecting joint tenancies and personal property ownership. The legislation aims to promote uniformity in property transfer laws while ensuring that the rights of surviving spouses are upheld and preventing individuals with criminal convictions from benefiting from their actions. Overall, Raised Bill No. 6896 seeks to streamline property transfer processes while maintaining existing legal frameworks regarding property rights and creditor claims.