Illinois § 19
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 19, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 19.
Construction of Act. This Act shall be deemed to be a general law, complete in itself and distinct and separate from any prior law. The provisions of this Act shall be liberally construed. Nothing contained in this Act shall be held to constitute a contract between the State and any municipal corporation organized hereunder, or to prevent the alteration, amendment or repeal of this Act, or of any amendment thereof, at any time hereafter. The provisions of this Act shall not be considered as impairing, altering, modifying, repealing or superseding any of the jurisdiction or powers of the Illinois Commerce Commission. Nothing in this Act or done under its authority shall restrict, limit or interfere with the use of the land and facilities of a common carrier and the space above such land and facilities or the right to use such land and such facilities in the business of such common carrier, without approval of the Illinois Commerce Commission and without the payment of just compensation to any such common carrier for damages resulting from any such restriction, limitation or interference. (Source: Laws 1945, p. 290.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 19
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 19 cover?
Section 19 is part of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, the codified statutory law of Illinois. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Illinois § 19?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 19" (Illinois). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 19 apply to my situation?
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