PR26-0766

Strengthening Probate Administration Congressional Review Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2026

Complete·7/14/26
Tion Text

Emergency legislation to correct and clarify the Strengthening Probate Act of 2025.

The bill corrects and clarifies the Strengthening Probate Act of 2025, ensuring it can be implemented effectively. It restores language on probate proceedings, authorizes the Register of Wills or the Court to issue letters of administration, clarifies the act's application to estates, and removes a reference. This emergency legislation is necessary to prevent delays and ensure District residents can access probate services.

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Sponsors

DD
2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Final Reading, CC

12 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Absent

D

History

Jul 14

Council

Retained by the Council

Jul 14

Council

Final Reading, CC

Jul 14

Council

Approved with Resolution Number R26-0449