Illinois § 2
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 2, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2.
As used in this Act, "coal" or "coal resources" include coal, coal products or by-products, including electricity and synthetic fuels. "Development of fossil fuels and coal resources" includes research, development, and demonstration of improved methods of discovery, production, transportation, sale, distribution, conversion, utilization, end-use and waste disposal of fossil fuels and coal resources. "Development of alternative forms of energy" includes research, development and demonstration for the purposes of promoting the adoption and utilization of energy systems, including but not limited to solar heating and cooling, solar passive, photovoltaic, wind, bioconversion, geothermal, hydroelectric, re-use of waste energy, re-use of waste materials, and any other energy system except that which is generated by nuclear energy. "Fossil fuels" include petroleum, petroleum by-products and natural gas. (Source: P.A. 84-1452.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 2
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 2 cover?
Section 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 § 2?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 2" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Illinois official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Illinois attorney.
How does Illinois § 2 apply to my situation?
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