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IL SB3611
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Michael Halpin
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AI Summary
- Powers of attorney are automatically suspended when the Office of State Guardian or a public guardian is appointed as temporary, limited, or plenary guardian of the principal.
- Courts may only revoke a power of attorney after such appointment if the named agent received proper notice of the guardianship petition and failed to assert authority before the guardian was appointed.
- Agents or successor agents who did not receive notice of the guardianship petition may petition the court to lift the suspension by demonstrating with clear and convincing evidence that reinstatement serves the principal's best interests.
- Notice of any petition to lift the suspension must be provided to the guardian, the person with a disability, persons listed in the original guardianship petition, and any guardian ad litem at least 14 days before the hearing.
- Guardianship petitions must now include the name and address of any power of attorney agent, or document the specific diligent inquiry steps taken if this information cannot be obtained.
Legislative Description
APPT-PUBLIC GUARDIAN
Last Action
Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As March 27, 2026
3/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/17/2026
Assignments2/5/2026
Full Bill Text
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