Illinois § 10
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 10, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10.
Application and home rule preemption. The limitations provided by this Act shall take precedence over any provision of any tax ordinance imposed by a unit of local government, as defined in this Act, in Illinois, including without limitation any tax authorized under Section 8-11-2 of the Illinois Municipal Code. Consistent with the limitations provided by this Act, a municipality, other than a municipality having a population greater than 1,000,000, may not impose any penalty with respect to a tax authorized by Section 8-11-2 of the Illinois Municipal Code or with respect to an audit authorized by Section 8-11-2.5 of the Illinois Municipal Code, except as specified in Sections 50, 55, and 60 of this Act. This Act is a denial and limitation of home rule powers and functions under subsection (g) of Section 6 of Article VII of the Illinois Constitution. (Source: P.A. 96-1422, eff. 8-3-10.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 10
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 10 cover?
Section 10 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 § 10?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 10 apply to my situation?
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