Senate Bill 541 amends various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated related to probate matters. It introduces new responsibilities for beneficiaries and claiming creditors regarding the filing of exceptions to claims against an estate. Specifically, beneficiaries must be aware of the identity of claiming creditors and are required to file exceptions in a timely manner, while also notifying the personal representative and their attorney. Additionally, the bill clarifies the rights of testamentary distributees and intestate heirs to except to claims, and it establishes similar responsibilities for claiming creditors who wish to contest another creditor's claim.

The bill also revises the requirements for admitting different types of wills to probate, including holographic and nuncupative wills. It specifies the necessary documentation and testimony required for each type of will, ensuring that the process is clearly defined. Notably, it deletes certain existing language regarding the timeline for filing exceptions and replaces it with updated provisions. Overall, the bill aims to streamline probate procedures and clarify the roles and responsibilities of all parties involved in the process.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 30-2-301, 30-2-301(b)(1), 30-2-306(b), 30-2-306, 30-2-314, 32-2-104(a), 32-2-104