Illinois § 14a
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 14a, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14a.
It is the express intention of this legislation that close cooperation shall exist between the Pollution Control Board, the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Department of Natural Resources and that every resource of State government shall be applied to the proper preservation and utilization of the waters of Lake Michigan. The Environmental Protection Agency shall regularly monitor water quality from nearshores, harbors, and public water supply intakes in Lake Michigan and provide an executive summary biennially on conditions of the water quality in Lake Michigan to the Governor and members of the General Assembly. In meeting the requirements of this Act, the Pollution Control Board, Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Natural Resources are authorized to be in direct contact with individuals, municipalities, public and private corporations and other organizations which are or may be contributing to the discharge of pollution to Lake Michigan. (Source: P.A. 103-1038, eff. 1-1-25.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 14a
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 14a cover?
Section 14a 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 § 14a?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 14a apply to my situation?
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