Illinois § 5
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5.
Organization of board. A majority of the members of the Board shall constitute a quorum and the concurrence of a majority of a quorum shall be required for its determination of any matter. The Board shall elect annually a chairman from among its appointed members. The chairman and members of the Board shall receive no compensation for their services on the Board but shall be entitled to their expenses, including traveling expenses, necessarily incurred in the discharge of their duties on the Board. Except for the Director of the Department, no Board member shall be employed by the Department as a salaried or paid employee. The Board shall keep a full and accurate record of all its proceedings. The Board shall hold such public hearings as may be necessary for the execution of its functions under this Act. The Board shall advise the Department in establishing policy under and in the administration of this Act. (Source: Laws 1955, p. 189.)
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?
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