Illinois § 27a
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 27a, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 27a.
In addition to annually expending moneys equal to moneys expended by the Authority in the fiscal year ending December 31, 1988 for the protection against crime of its properties, employees and consumers of its public transportation services, the Authority also shall annually expend for the protection against crime of its employees and consumers, an amount that is equal to not less than 15 percent of all direct grants it receives from the State of Illinois as reimbursement for providing reduced fares for mass transportation services to students, persons with disabilities, and the elderly. The Authority shall provide to the Regional Transportation Authority such information as is required by the Regional Transportation Authority in determining whether the Authority has expended moneys in compliance with the provisions of this Section. The provisions of this Section shall apply in any fiscal year of the Authority only after all debt service requirements are met for that fiscal year. (Source: P.A. 99-143, eff. 7-27-15.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 27a
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 27a cover?
Section 27a 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 § 27a?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 27a apply to my situation?
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