Illinois 99th Regular Session Status: Failed

HR 1542 — FAMILY COURT - LEGAL BILLS

Last action — Session Sine Die

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    In Committee
  3. Died in session

This bill died with 99th Regular Session. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

The resolution urges the Governor to seek federal assistance regarding costly family court practices in Illinois.

This resolution calls on the Governor of Illinois to request help from the Department of Justice concerning costly legal practices in family courts. It highlights concerns about unnecessary legal expenses from court-appointed counselors in family cases.

What this means for you
  • Families: This means families involved in court may experience high legal costs due to current practices.

Summary

Urges the Governor to formally request the assistance of the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of the United States Attorneys, Civil Division, Federal Programs Branch to look into Illinois having court appointed counselors who are engaging in unnecessary practices that create high legal bills,

Bill Text

Action History

  1. Session Sine Die

  2. Referred to Rules Committee

  3. Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Dwight Kay

Sponsors

  • Dwight Kay · Cosponsor

Sponsorship breakdown

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0 sponsors · 1 co-sponsors · 182 not signed on

Sponsors (0)

None.

Co-sponsors (1)

  • Dwight Kay

Not signed on (182)

182 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 1542 do?
Urges the Governor to formally request the assistance of the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of the United States Attorneys, Civil Division, Federal Programs Branch to look into Illinois having court appointed counselors who are engaging in unnecessary practices that create high legal bills,
Who sponsors HR 1542?
HR 1542 is sponsored by Dwight Kay.
What is the current status of HR 1542?
This bill died with 99th Regular Session. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HR 1542?
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