Loading chat...

IL HB4463

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/15/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz

Click for details

Origin

House of Representatives

104th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends the Illinois Probate Act of 1975 to allow petitioners, cross-petitioners, or respondents in guardianship proceedings to request one substitution of a guardian ad litem without cause as a matter of right
  • The substitution motion can be made orally or in writing and must be granted if filed before the guardian ad litem files an appearance or at the first court appearance after appointment, whichever is later
  • Applies to adult disability guardianship cases where courts appoint guardians ad litem to report on the respondent's best interests
  • Introduced by Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz in the 104th General Assembly (2025-2026 session)

Legislative Description

SUBSTITUTION OF GAL-DIS ADULT

Last Action

Placed on Calendar 2nd Reading - Short Debate

2/18/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary - Civil2/11/2026
Rules1/20/2026

Full Bill Text

No bill text available