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Creates the Negligent Testing for Paternity Act. Creates a civil cause of action if an entity negligently performs genetic testing for paternity. Authorizes the aggrieved person to recover actual damages, including, but not limited to, emotional distress. Amends the Code of Civil Procedure. Creates a statute of limitation of two years from the date when the person knew or should have reasonably known of the negligence. Applies to all conduct occurring on or after January 1, 1980. Effective immediately.
Introduced
Jan 20, 2026
Last Action
Feb 27, 2026
Session
IL 104th
Sponsors
1 primary · 0 co
House Committee Amendment No. 1 Filed with Clerk by Rep. Jay Hoffman
House Committee Amendment No. 1 Referred to Rules Committee
Assigned to Judiciary - Civil Committee
Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Jay Hoffman
First Reading
Referred to Rules Committee
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House Committee Amendment No. 1 Referred to Rules Committee