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Yes: 136 • No: 56
WyomingSF 1042025 General SessionSenateWALLET
AN ACT relating to the probate code; amending maximum values for certain proceedings relating to the probate of estates; clarifying the effect of certain disclaimers of property; and providing for an effective date.
Sponsored By: Barry Crago (Republican)
Signed by Governor
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Easier Wyoming process for nonresident estates
Beginning July 1, 2025, nonresident estates with Wyoming property up to $400,000 can skip a separate Wyoming probate. The estate must be probated in another state, file certified copies in Wyoming, and publish notice for three weeks. A Wyoming court can also order sale of in-state property within the $400,000 cap. This can cut duplicate costs and speed transfers.
Faster probate for estates up to $400,000
Beginning July 1, 2025, more Wyoming estates can use quick probate shortcuts up to $400,000 after liens. You can present a simple affidavit 30 days after death to receive money or property held in Wyoming. You can also ask the court for a summary distribution order 30 days after death to transfer personal or real property. These options help many heirs avoid full probate and lower legal costs.
Government can collect $400,000 estates faster
Beginning July 1, 2025, the United States, Wyoming, or local governments can collect a decedent’s assets by affidavit when the entire estate is $400,000 or less after liens. They must wait at least 90 days after death. This faster process can reduce what is left for heirs when government debts are owed.
Clear rules for nonqualified disclaimers
Starting July 1, 2025, a written, irrevocable disclaimer that is not tax-qualified can still work under Wyoming law. The person who disclaims must state in writing that it is not a qualified disclaimer for tax purposes. This clears up estate planning and property transfers.
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Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Barry Crago
Republican • Senate
Cosponsors
Marlene Brady
Republican • House
Ken Chestek
Democratic • House
Martha Lawley
Republican • House
Ann Lucas
Republican • House
Bob Nicholas
Republican • House
Art Washut
Republican • House
Jared Olsen
Republican • Senate
Laura Pearson
Republican • Senate
Roll Call Votes
House vote • 3/4/2025
H 3rd Reading:Passed 60-0-2-0-0
Yes: 60 • No: 0
Senate vote • 3/4/2025
S Concur:Passed 30-1-0-0-0
Yes: 30 • No: 1
House vote • 3/3/2025
Amendment failed 8-50-4-0-0
Yes: 8 • No: 50
House vote • 2/24/2025
H09 - Minerals:Recommend Amend and Do Pass 8-0-1-0-0
Yes: 8 • No: 0
Senate vote • 2/6/2025
S 3rd Reading:Passed 25-5-1-0-0
Yes: 25 • No: 5
Senate vote • 1/23/2025
S01 - Judiciary:Recommend Do Pass 5-0-0-0-0
Yes: 5 • No: 0
Actions Timeline
Governor Signed SEA No. 0085
3/19/2025GovernorAssigned Chapter Number 168
3/19/2025H Speaker Signed SEA No. 0085
3/5/2025HouseH 3rd Reading:Passed 60-0-2-0-0
3/4/2025HouseS Received for Concurrence
3/4/2025SenateS Concur:Passed 30-1-0-0-0
3/4/2025SenateAssigned Number SEA No. 0085
3/4/2025S President Signed SEA No. 0085
3/4/2025SenateH 2nd Reading:Passed
3/3/2025HouseH 2nd Reading:Laid Back
2/28/2025HouseH COW:Passed
2/27/2025HouseH09 - Minerals:Recommend Amend and Do Pass 8-0-1-0-0
2/24/2025HouseH Placed on General File
2/24/2025HouseH Introduced and Referred to H09 - Minerals
2/18/2025HouseS 3rd Reading:Passed 25-5-1-0-0
2/6/2025SenateH Received for Introduction
2/6/2025HouseS 2nd Reading:Passed
2/5/2025SenateS COW:Passed
2/4/2025SenateS01 - Judiciary:Recommend Do Pass 5-0-0-0-0
1/23/2025SenateS Placed on General File
1/23/2025SenateS Introduced and Referred to S01 - Judiciary
1/16/2025SenateS Received for Introduction
1/13/2025SenateBill Number Assigned
1/10/2025
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