Illinois § 25-50
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 25-50, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 25-50.
Quorum; action by 6 Board members; approval by chairman. Six members of the Committee shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. All actions of the Committee shall be by ordinance or resolution, and the affirmative vote of at least 6 members shall be necessary for the adoption of any ordinance or resolution. Before taking effect, all ordinances and resolutions shall be approved by the chairman of the Committee by signing the ordinance or resolution. If the chairman does not approve of an ordinance or resolution, he shall return it to the Committee with written objections at the next regular meeting of the Committee after the passage of the ordinance or resolution. If the chairman fails to return the ordinance or resolution with written objections at that meeting, the ordinance or resolution takes effect as if the chairman had approved it. Upon the return of a resolution or ordinance by the chairman with written objections, the Committee shall reconsider its vote. If upon reconsideration the resolution or ordinance passes with at least 7 votes, it shall take effect notwithstanding the veto of the chairman. (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 25-50
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 25-50 cover?
Section 25-50 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 § 25-50?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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