Illinois § 60-40
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 60-40, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 60-40.
Continuing education for RN licensees. The Department may adopt rules of continuing education for registered professional nurses licensed under this Act that require 20 hours of continuing education per 2-year license renewal cycle. The rules shall address variances in part or in whole for good cause, including without limitation illness or hardship. The continuing education rules must ensure that licensees are given the opportunity to participate in programs sponsored by or through their State or national professional associations, hospitals, or other providers of continuing education. The continuing education rules must allow for a licensee to complete all required hours of continuing education in an online format. Each licensee is responsible for maintaining records of completion of continuing education and shall be prepared to produce the records when requested by the Department. (Source: P.A. 101-655, eff. 3-12-21.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 60-40
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 60-40 cover?
Section 60-40 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 § 60-40?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 60-40" (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 § 60-40 apply to my situation?
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