Find-It! Illinois is an Internet site provided by the Illinois State Library, Jesse White Secretary of State and State Librarian to bring many electronic services to the citizens of Illinois. These services include access to state government publications, Illinois library holdings and directory information, databases, online learning opportunities, and online reference services. Find-It! Illinois will be an ever-evolving project with new components being added on a continual basis.

Ilyce & Michael Randell and Peggy Shapiro-Nyeholt & Jim Nyeholt - Parents and grandparents of Max Randell, a victim of Canavan disease are the co-founders of Canavan Research Illinois.

For more information, visit www.smoke-free.illinois.gov or telephone the Illinois Department of Public Health’s Office of Health Promotion at 217-782-3300.

When IL customers take loans over 45 consecutive days, state regulations require a cooling off period of 7 days before another loan is issued.

Because we have a commitment to the state of Illinois, we can only accept students who are Illinois residents. Students from rural communities receive preference over those who are from non-rural areas, though we do accept students from urban locations who can demonstrate that they have experience with rural communities and those lifestyles.

To begin the licensure application process you must submit the completed application form, required supporting documents and appropriate fee. The Acts and Rules for each profession contain detailed licensure requirements and can be accessed by clicking on the Acts and Rules area located on the right side of the home page. Application packet instructions also contain specific requirements for obtaining an Illinois license and may be accessed by clicking on Applications/Forms.

All front seat occupants are required to be protected by a safety belt or safety restraint system, regardless of age. Passengers under age 16 regardless of location in the vehicle must be protected by a safety belt or restraint system. Refer to the Child Passenger Protection Act. Drivers under age 18 are currently required to limit passengers to one in the front seat and the number of seat belts in the back seat.

This is not a US EPA program. In the Chicago area, contact the state of Illinois Vehicle Emissions Testing Programat (847) 758-3400 or (800) 635-2380.

Beginning at midnight on January 1, 2008, the Smoke Free Illinois Act prohibits smoking in all indoor workplaces and public places including bars/taverns, restaurants, private clubs, and casinos.

of January 1st, 2006 the legal age will be lowered to 18, but until then the legal age is 21. Please call us regarding parental consent.

Hazing is defined as any action taken which produces bodily harm or danger, mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, fright, or ridicule. All national fraternal organizations and institutions of higher education have banned hazing. Illinois State University and the Greek Councils rigorously enforce hazing policies, and organizations that violate them are subject to immediate suspension of campus and Greek Council recognition and privileges.

The mission of the Illinois Chamber of Commerce is to aggressively advocate the interests of business to promote prosperity and opportunity for the citizens of Illinois. The Illinois Chamber of Commerce is a pro-business advocacy membership organization representing the state’s employers at the Capitol on issues of economic development and jobs, employment law topics such as workers’ compensation and healthcare, business taxes, and infrastructure investment.

The Illinois Chamber has a diverse membership base. Membership is comprised of businesses and organizations of all types and sizes across the state of Illinois. All components of Illinois' economy are represented: mining, manufacturing, construction, transportation, utilities, finance and banking, insurance, gambling, real estate, professional services, local chambers of commerce, and other trade groups and membership organizations.

To become a member of the Chamber, call or email Jack Bernhardt, our Vice President for Membership and Marketing at 312-983-7112, or just click on “Join the Chamber.” The membership unit of the Chamber is located in our Chicago office at 311 S. Wacker Dr., Suite 1500, Chicago, IL 60606. Because the interests of your particular type, size or locations might differ from others, we recommend you contact the membership sales staff directly.

You can request renewal forms by writing the Secretary of State, Attn: Special License and Re-Examination Unit, 2701 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, Illinois 62723 or by telephoning 217-782-6901. You may be eligible to renew your driver's license through the Safe Driver Renewal Program. You may inquire about Safe Driver Renewal by writing Secretary of State, Attn: Safe Driver Renewal, Central Services Section, 2701 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, Illinois 62723 or by calling 217-785-1424.

The Illinois Department of Public Health is charged with leading state government and its public health and health care partners in the event of a catastrophic infectious disease outbreak, such as an influenza pandemic. The Department developed a pandemic influenza response plan in 2001 that is continually being updated to stop, slow or otherwise limit the spread of a pandemic.

Private Residences (except when used as a business open to the public, childcare, adult care, or health care facility)

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is the state agency responsible for enforcement, however, local health departments and law enforcement, and municipalities are designated as enforcement agents. IDPH will process complaints and document violations. IDPH will refer complaints to the local area health department or local law enforcement for further investigation and to assess penalties.

Yes, the Department treats racial harassment as discrimination based on race . If a person is subjected to name-calling or negative comments based on a protected class, this may be unlawful discrimination. <Go to Top>