HB 26-1189
signedUniform Community Property Disposition Death Act
Plain-English Summary
AI-generatedHB 26-1189, also known as the "Uniform Community Property Disposition at Death Act," is a Colorado law that clarifies which assets owned by married couples (community property) are subject to specific rules when one spouse passes away. This affects how these shared assets are handled and distributed after death. The bill has been signed into law, meaning it's now active and enforceable in Colorado. It impacts probate processes and trust management for married individuals who have community property.
Official Summary
The act clarifies what property, held by a community property spouse, the 'Uniform Community Property Disposition at Death Act' applies to.(Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)
Details
- Chamber
- House
- First action
- 2026-04-13
- Latest action
- 2026-02-09
- Last action desc.
- Introduced In House - Assigned to Judiciary
- OpenStates
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Topics
Votes
BILL
2026-03-24 · House · pass — Yes: · No: · Other:
Refer House Bill 26-1189 to the Committee of the Whole and with a recommendation that it be placed on the consent calendar.
2026-03-18 · Senate · pass — Yes: · No: · Other:
Refer House Bill 26-1189 to the Committee of the Whole.
2026-02-25 · House · pass — Yes: · No: · Other: