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Introduced
02/04/2026
02/04/2026
In Committee
02/17/2026
02/17/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Access to Justice Act. Creates the Remote Filing Task Force of 17 members. Creates an appointment process. Provides that the Task Force shall research and evaluate the existing ability of litigants to file court documents remotely across Illinois, including (1) identifying barriers for pro se litigants, people with a primary language other than English, people in crisis, people with disabilities, and people with low-literacy; (2) research and evaluate approaches to address any barriers identified by the Task Force to increase access and usability to remote filing for all Illinoisans; and (3) make recommendations to reduce barriers for litigants to remotely file court documents and improve access and usability of remote filing statewide. Requires that the Task Force submit a report containing its findings and any recommendations to the Supreme Court and the General Assembly by October 1, 2027. Provides that the Task Force is dissolved on October 2, 2027. Effective immediately.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a 17-member Remote Court Filing Task Force to research and evaluate how people in Illinois can file court documents remotely, with a particular focus on making these processes accessible to everyone, including those who represent themselves in court (pro se litigants), individuals with limited English proficiency, people in crisis, those with disabilities, and individuals with low literacy skills. The Task Force will identify barriers to remote filing and explore ways to overcome them, aiming to improve access and usability for all Illinois residents, especially during emergencies. The Task Force, comprised of legislative appointees, a representative from the Governor's office, and members appointed by the Supreme Court representing various legal and advocacy groups, will be supported by the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts and circuit court clerks who will provide data. The Task Force is required to submit a report of its findings and recommendations to the Supreme Court and the General Assembly by October 1, 2027, and will be dissolved the following day.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Assigned to Appropriations (on 02/17/2026)
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