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AR HB1609
Bill
Status
10/15/2021
Primary Sponsor
Jimmie Gazaway
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AI Summary
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Amends Arkansas Code § 28-65-706(d)(4) to revise procedures for handling funds of deceased wards under public guardianship for adults.
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Requires direct delivery of deceased ward's funds to an appropriate person, or to the court registry if no appropriate person is available.
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Establishes one-year waiting period; if no heir or creditor files a claim within one calendar year, funds shall be placed in the court registry.
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Directs county clerk to deliver any remaining balance to the Arkansas Treasurer of State after claims against the estate are resolved.
Legislative Description
To Amend The Law Concerning The Termination Of A Guardianship Following The Death Of A Ward Of A Public Guardian For Adults.
Last Action
Died in House Committee at Sine Die Adjournment
10/15/2021