Illinois § 12-21.12
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 12-21.12, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-21.12.
Actions against local governmental units - Intervention of Attorney General. In any action against a local governmental unit to recover expenditures alleged to be the responsibility of the governmental unit under Article VI of this Code, the Supervisor of General Assistance of such governmental unit shall notify the Illinois Department of the filing of the action. If the governmental unit was a recipient of State funds for public aid purposes during all or part of the period of the expenditures for which the action is brought, or if, as a result of the action, the governmental unit may qualify for and request State funds, the Attorney General shall be permitted to intervene and participate in the action in order to protect the State's interest therein. (Source: P.A. 81-1085.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 12-21.12
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 12-21.12 cover?
Section 12-21.12 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 § 12-21.12?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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