SB1400

REAL ESTATE-ILLEGAL POSSESSION

Introduced·1/31/25
Introduced Text

Illinois SB1400 amends civil law to prevent illegal possession of property and subleasing without authorization.

Illinois SB1400 amends the Code of Civil Procedure to ensure that illegal possession of land during a 7-year period cannot be used for a claim of adverse possession. It also amends the Landlord and Tenant Act to prohibit individuals from occupying property without a written lease or rental agreement, documentation of rent payment, or evidence of an oral or written agreement. The bill mandates that all legally occupying persons must be listed on a lease or rental agreement or provide proof of being an invitee of a lessee or authorized occupant.

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Where it stands

Current
Assignments Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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3
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History

May 30, 2025

Senate

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Chris Balkema

May 21, 2025

Senate

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Andrew S. Chesney

Mar 21, 2025

Senate

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments