Section 710 ILCS 35/16 - Application to existing agreements or referrals(a) This Act governs a mediation pursuant to a referral or an agreement to mediate made on or after January 1, 2004. (b) On or after January 1, 2004, this Act governs an agreement to mediate whenever made. Added by P.A. 093-0399, § 16, eff. 1/1/2004.