HB5770

CIVIL LAW-TECH

Introduced·5/12/26
Introduced Text

Illinois HB5770 amends the Probate Act of 1975 to modify the process for contesting the validity of a will admitted to probate.

Illinois HB5770 amends the Probate Act of 1975 to change the timeline for contesting the validity of a will admitted to probate. It specifies that the contest must be initiated within the same timeframe as contesting the will itself. The bill also clarifies that the right to contest the will can be passed to heirs, legatees, or representatives. Additionally, it mandates that a copy of the petition be mailed or delivered to the representative, the attorney of record, and each heir and legatee listed in the petition.

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History

May 12

House

Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Ann M. Williams

May 12

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Ryan Spain

May 12

House

First Reading