Illinois § 1-2
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 1-2, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1-2.
The Joint Committee on Legislative Support Services, hereinafter called the "Joint Committee", is hereby created and shall be composed of the President and Minority Leader of the Senate and the Speaker and Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, all ex officio. Members shall serve without compensation but shall be reimbursed for their reasonable expenses incurred in the performance of their duties under this Act. The Joint Committee on Legislative Support Services shall meet quarterly and at such other times as it determines necessary to perform its functions under this Act. Any action taken by such Joint Committee shall require the affirmative vote of at least 3 of the 4 members. The Joint Committee may appoint, retain, employ and fix the compensation of any necessary professional, technical and secretarial staff. The staff shall not be subject to the Personnel Code, but the Joint Committee shall adopt rules establishing personnel policies, including affirmative action, to assure equality of employment opportunity. (Source: P.A. 83-1539.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 1-2
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 1-2 cover?
Section 1-2 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 § 1-2?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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