HB5244

LITIGATION FINANCING ACT

Introduced·2/5/26
Introduced Text

Illinois HB5244 establishes the Litigation Financing Transparency Act, regulating litigation financiers.

HB5244, the Litigation Financing Transparency Act, mandates that individuals or entities engaging in litigation financing in Illinois must register with the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. The Act outlines specific registration requirements, including detailed personal and business information. It prohibits litigation financiers from engaging in certain activities, such as offering commissions or influencing legal decisions.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Feb 10

House

First Reading

Feb 10

House

Referred to Rules Committee

Feb 5

House

Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Dan Ugaste