IllinoisHB5176104th General Assembly (2025–2026)House

FAMILY LAW-USE OF DEFINTIONS

Sponsored By: Anne Stava (Democratic)

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Summary

Creates the Family Law Definitions Act. Defines and requires the use of the terms "high conflict", "parental alienation", and "safe parent" in family law cases. Provides that no alternative similar terms may be used or invented if their use or interpretation has the purpose or effect of evading compliance with these definitions. Provides that failure by a court to apply these definitions, if applicable, is reversible legal error and is cause for an appeal.

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Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

  • Anne Stava

    Democratic • House

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Actions Timeline

  1. Referred to Rules Committee

    2/10/2026House
  2. First Reading

    2/10/2026House
  3. Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Anne Stava

    2/5/2026House

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