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SB 2562

Circuit clerk fees; increase fee for each day's attendance of clerk and deputies upon court term.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jason Barrett and 7 co-sponsors

Appropriates $17.86M for FY2026 to Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission to fund staffing and payroll, effective July 1, 2025, with limited operations.

Approved by Governor
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Bill Summary · SB 2562

SB 2562 — Summary (2025 General Assembly)

Note: The bill's metadata lists a title about "circuit clerk fees," but the statutory text provided and bill history describe an appropriation for the Guardianship and Advocacy Commission. This summary follows the bill text and enacted provisions (an appropriation for the Guardianship and Advocacy Commission). Verify the official enrolled bill for final wording if needed.

Main purpose

Appropriate funds to cover the ordinary and contingent expenses of the Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission (GAC) for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025 (fiscal year ending June 30, 2026). The appropriation supports personnel, payroll-related costs, and limited operational expenses necessary for the Commission to carry out its duties under the Guardianship and Advocacy Act.

Key provisions and dollar amounts

  • Total appropriation: $17,859,700 for FY 2026, split as:
    • General Revenue Fund: $14,861,800, allocated as:
    • Personal services (salaries and wages): $13,711,900
    • State contributions to Social Security (employer FICA): $1,049,900
    • Operational expenses: $100,000
    • Other State Funds (Guardianship and Advocacy Fund): $2,997,900, appropriated to the Guardianship and Advocacy Commission for services pursuant to the Guardianship and Advocacy Act.
  • Effective date: July 1, 2025.

Who is affected

  • Guardianship and Advocacy Commission: increased budget authority to fund staffing, payroll obligations, and limited operations for FY 2026.
  • Commission employees (funding for salaries and employer Social Security contributions).
  • Individuals served by the Commission (people with disabilities, individuals requiring guardianship or advocacy) through preserved or expanded service capacity.
  • State budget/Governor’s office: impacts General Revenue Fund and the Guardianship and Advocacy Fund allocations for FY 2026.

Timing and procedural status

  • Introduced by Sen. Elgie R. Sims, Jr. (filed Feb 25, 2025).
  • Passed both chambers, enrolled and signed; Governor approved on March 6, 2025.
  • Statutory effective date: July 1, 2025 (applies to FY beginning July 1, 2025).

Potential impacts

  • Secures staffing and operational funding for the GAC for FY 2026, supporting delivery of guardianship and advocacy services.
  • Commits roughly $14.9 million of General Revenue and nearly $3.0 million of other state funds, which affects state budget prioritization for that fiscal year.
  • Limited operational appropriation ($100,000) suggests most funding is for personnel; program expansion would depend on how the Commission uses the funds.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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