Illinois § 15.01
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 15.01, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15.01.
Whenever it is desired to change the name of an existing district the directors shall submit the proposed new name to the Department, together with their reasons for desiring the change. If the Department approves the change it shall submit the proposed name to the Secretary of State who, if he finds that the proposed name is not identical with that of any other district of this state or so nearly similar as to lead to confusion or uncertainty, he shall receive and record the change in an appropriate book of record in his office. If the Secretary of State finds that the name proposed for the district is identical with that of any other district of this State, or so nearly similar as to lead to confusion and uncertainty, he shall certify such fact to the Department, which shall thereupon submit to the Secretary of State a new name for the district, which is not subject to such defects and which is satisfactory to the directors. Upon receipt of such new name, free of such defects, the Secretary of State shall record the change in an appropriate book of record in his office. (Source: Laws 1951, p. 428.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 15.01
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 15.01 cover?
Section 15.01 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 § 15.01?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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