IL HB4462

Amends the Illinois Power of Attorney Act (755 ILCS 45/2-8) to remove two grounds that currently allow third parties to reasonably refuse to honor a power of attorney for property.

Eliminates the provision allowing refusal when an agent declines to provide a copy of the original document certified as valid by an attorney, court order, or governmental entity.

Removes the provision allowing refusal when the principal's attorney declines to provide a certificate that the power of attorney is valid.

Retains other reasonable grounds for refusal, including suspected fraud, abuse, or exploitation of the principal, knowledge of the principal's death or incapacity, and referrals to adult protective services.

Introduced by Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz in the 104th General Assembly (2025-2026 session).