Illinois § 5
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5.
Speaker of the House; operations, employees, and expenditures. (a) The Speaker of the House of Representatives shall have responsibility for the operation of the House in relation to the House Chambers, House offices, committee rooms and all other rooms and physical facilities used by the House, all equipment, furniture, and supplies used by the House. The Speaker of the House of Representatives shall have the authority to hire all professional staff and employees necessary for the proper operation of the House. Professional staff and employees may be employed as full-time employees, part-time employees, or contractual employees. The Speaker of the House of Representatives shall have the authority to receive and expend appropriations for the purposes set forth in this Act whether the General Assembly be in session or not. (b) The Speaker of the House of Representatives shall adopt and implement personnel policies for professional staff and employees under his or her jurisdiction and control as required by the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act. (Source: P.A. 93-615, eff. 11-19-03.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 5
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5 cover?
Section 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 § 5?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5" (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?
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How does Illinois § 5 apply to my situation?
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