The bill amends N.J.S.22A:2-30 to increase and modernize county surrogate fees, introducing new categories for various probate and guardianship services. Notable insertions include specific fees such as $150 for the application for the probate of a will, $100 for guardianship of a minor, and $250 for filing a complaint for a determination of incapacity. Additionally, a page fee of $5 will apply to various filings, and new charges will be implemented for services like recording deeds and filing inventories. The bill aims to ensure that no service is performed until the specified fee is paid, thereby streamlining the fee structure and reflecting the services provided by the surrogate's office.

Furthermore, the bill eliminates outdated fees and consolidates charges into clearer categories, repealing several sections of existing law to enhance clarity and efficiency. It introduces new fees for services such as the Annual Guardian Monitoring Wellness Report and petitions for the appointment of a successor custodian, among others. The overall goal of these changes is to modernize the fee schedule and improve the efficiency of the probate and guardianship processes in New Jersey, with the act set to take effect immediately upon passage.