Illinois House Bill 5176: FAMILY LAW-USE OF DEFINTIONS

Illinois · 104th session

What it does

Creates the Family Law Definitions Act. Defines and requires the use of the terms "high conflict", "parental alienation", and "safe parent" in family law cases. Provides that no alternative similar terms may be used or invented if their use or interpretation has the purpose or effect of evading compliance with these definitions. Provides that failure by a court to apply these definitions, if applicable, is reversible legal error and is cause for an appeal.

Latest action

Referred to Rules Committee (2026-02-10)

See how HB 5176 affects you on CapitolKey

Browse more bills · CapitolKey home