Illinois § 29B-5
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 29B-5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 29B-5.
(from Ch. 46, par. 29B-5; formerly Ch. 46, par. 1102) Sec. 29B-5. Purpose. The Legislature hereby declares that the purpose of this Article is to encourage every candidate for public office in this State to subscribe to the Code of Fair Campaign Practices. It is the intent of the Legislature that every candidate for public office in this State who subscribes to the Code of Fair Campaign Practices will follow the basic principles of decency, honesty and fair play in order to encourage healthy competition and open discussion of issues and candidate qualifications and discourage practices that cloud the issues or unfairly attack opponents. (Source: P.A. 86-873; 87-1052.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 29B-5
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 29B-5 cover?
Section 29B-5 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 § 29B-5?
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