PROBATE-SMALL ESTATES Senate SponsorsSen. Doris Turner 2/25/2026SenatePlaced on Calendar Order of 3rd Reading February 26, 2026 755 ILCS 5/25-1from Ch. 110 1/2, par. 25-1Amends the Small Estates Article of the Probate Act of 1975. Provides that the following shall not be considered an excluded motor vehicle in determining the value of a decedent's personal estate: (i) motor vehicles used as living quarters; (ii) motor homes, mini motor homes, and van campers; (iii) a non-self-propelled vehicle; (iv) a commercial vehicle; (v) an implement of husbandry; or (vi) a bus or commuter van. 10/14/2025SenateFiled with Secretary by Sen. Doris Turner 10/14/2025SenateFirst Reading 10/14/2025SenateReferred to Assignments 1/27/2026SenateAssigned to Judiciary 2/5/2026SenateDo Pass Judiciary; 005-000-000 2/5/2026SenatePlaced on Calendar Order of 2nd Reading February 17, 2026 2/25/2026SenateSecond Reading 2/25/2026SenatePlaced on Calendar Order of 3rd Reading February 26, 2026