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SR 648·IL·senate

LEGAL EDUC.-GUARDIANS AD LITEM

Passed One ChamberFiled Mar 4, 2026
Sponsor: Michael E. Hastings (D)
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Pursuant to Senate Rule 3-9(b) / Referred to Assignments

Jul 2, 2026

Summary

The resolution asks the Illinois Judicial College to develop a continuing‑legal‑education course for guardians ad litem who handle family and juvenile cases. The curriculum would cover chronic medical conditions, distinguishing medical advocacy from parental conflict, consulting doctors, treatment adherence, and the ethical limits of a GAL’s medical opinions. The goal is to improve GAL recommendations and better protect children’s welfare.

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