Illinois § 1
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 1, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1.
Any railroad corporation organized and existing under the laws of this State or existing by consolidation of different railroad corporations under the laws of this State and any other State, which owns more than fifty per cent of the capital stock of another corporation which capital stock it is authorized to own, is authorized by action of its board of directors to guarantee the payment of the principal and/or interest of the bonds or other obligations of such other corporation. Any such railroad corporation which jointly with other railroad corporations owns more than fifty per cent of the capital stock of another corporation which capital stock it is authorized to own, is authorized by action of its board of directors to join with such other railroad corporations in guaranteeing the payment of the principal and/or interest of the bonds or other obligations of such other corporation whose capital stock is so owned. (Source: Laws 1929, p. 591.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 1
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 1 cover?
Section 1 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 § 1?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 1 apply to my situation?
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