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Introduced
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
In Committee
02/10/2026
02/10/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Code of Civil Procedure. Provides that an electronic filing system approved by or maintained by the Supreme Court of Illinois, a State agency, or a unit of local government may be used for the filing of documents. Provides that, as soon as reasonably practicable after an electronic filing system receives and files a document, the system shall electronically notify the court, State agency, or unit of local government in which the document was filed of the filing, the person who requested the document to be filed, and the persons and entities on whom the document was served by the system. Provides that the electronic notice is proof of filing and service of that document, and no additional proof of filing or service of that document is required. Provides that proof of service of documents on persons or entities who do not receive service from the electronic filing system shall be as otherwise required by law.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Code of Civil Procedure to allow for the use of electronic filing systems, defined as any electronic system approved by or maintained by the Supreme Court of Illinois, a State agency, or a unit of local government for filing documents. Once a document is filed electronically, the system must promptly notify the relevant court, agency, or local government about the filing, who requested it, and who was served by the system. This electronic notification will serve as official proof of filing and service, eliminating the need for additional documentation, though proof of service for those not served through the electronic system will still be handled according to existing laws.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Rules Committee (on 02/10/2026)
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