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IL HB4626

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/5/2020

Primary Sponsor

William Davis

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Origin

House of Representatives

101st General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends the Illinois Power of Attorney Act to allow a principal to elect an optional 30-day delayed revocation period for their health care power of attorney
  • If the delayed revocation option is selected, the revocation does not take effect until 30 days after the principal communicates their intent to revoke, allowing the agent to continue making decisions during that period
  • Updates the statutory short form power of attorney for health care to include a new "Delayed Revocation" section where principals can check a box to elect either the 30-day delay or immediate revocation
  • The delayed revocation option is intended for principals concerned they may attempt to revoke their power of attorney at a time when they may need it most
  • Takes effect immediately upon becoming law

Legislative Description

POWER OF ATTORNEY-REVOCATION

Last Action

Rule 19(b) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

6/23/2020

Committee Referrals

Rules6/23/2020
Civil Procedure3/13/2020
Judiciary - Civil3/3/2020
Rules2/5/2020

Full Bill Text

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