Illinois Code § 1
Illinois Code § 1. Reproduced from the official Illinois Compiled Statutes, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.
§ 1.
It is the policy of this State to help develop the full potential of all of its citizens so that they may live in decency and dignity, and contribute to the strength of the State as a whole. To effect that development, the employment of the resources of the private sector of the economy is encouraged. It is the purpose of this Act to strengthen, supplement and coordinate efforts that further this policy. (Source: P.A. 83-978.)
Source: official Illinois text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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- Citation: Illinois Compiled Statutes § 1
- Jurisdiction: Illinois
- Code: Illinois Compiled Statutes
- Text: transcribed from the official source (verify below)
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