Illinois § 15
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 15, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15.
Membership on boards. To ensure opportunities for participation by persons with disabilities and their families in the development of policies, support, and services that affect them: (a) Persons with one or more disabilities, or members of their families, who receive the services and support shall be included in the membership of every State human service agency's advisory boards, committees, commissions, task forces, or ad hoc committees. (b) Persons with one or more disabilities, or members of their families, shall be included in the membership of local community based agency governing boards that receive funds from State human services agencies to provide services and support to persons with disabilities and their families. (c) Persons with one or more disabilities, or members of their families, shall be included in the membership of legislative commissions, boards, and assemblies whose purpose is to serve an advisory function concerning services to persons with disabilities. (d) Persons with one or more disabilities, or members of their families, shall be included in the membership of any advisory committee, board, or commission whose mission or purpose is to establish eligibility criteria for services and support for persons with disabilities or to develop standards that govern the services and support funded or administered by State human services agencies. (Source: P.A. 87-977.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 15
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 15 cover?
Section 15 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 § 15?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 15" (Illinois). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 15 apply to my situation?
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