Current through Public Act 103-1052
Section 755 ILCS 9/40 - Access to personal information(a) A supporter is only authorized to assist the principal in accessing, collecting, or obtaining information that is relevant to a decision authorized under the supported decision-making agreement.(b) If a supporter assists a principal in accessing, collecting, or obtaining personal information, including protected health information under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 or educational records under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, the supporter shall ensure that the information is kept privileged and confidential, as applicable, and is not subject to unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.(c) The existence of a supported decision-making agreement does not preclude a principal from seeking personal information without the assistance of the supporter.Added by P.A. 102-0614,§ 40, eff. 2/27/2022.