Illinois Code § 5

Illinois Code § 5. Reproduced from the official Illinois Compiled Statutes, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.

§ 5.

Legislative findings and declarations. The General Assembly finds and declares: (1) That computing and communications technologies are essential for sustaining economic competitiveness and fostering the educational vitality of this State. (2) That there is an established need for a telecommunications infrastructure that will provide high-speed, reliable, and cost-effective digital connections throughout the State. (3) That a network is required that will deliver educational programs, advanced training, and access to the growing global wealth of information services to citizens in all parts of this State. (4) That the State and communication providers shall continue to collaborate to deliver communications links to anchor institutions in Illinois. (Source: P.A. 100-611, eff. 7-20-18.)

Source: official Illinois text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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  • Citation: Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5
  • Jurisdiction: Illinois
  • Code: Illinois Compiled Statutes
  • Text: transcribed from the official source (verify below)

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