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IL SB3333

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

7/16/2014

Primary Sponsor

Melinda Bush

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Origin

Senate

98th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends the definition of "aquatic life" in the Fish and Aquatic Life Code to expand beyond the original list of fish, reptiles, amphibians, crayfish, and mussels
  • Adds mollusks, crustaceans, algae, and aquatic plants to the definition of aquatic life
  • Includes aquatic invertebrates and "any other aquatic animals or plants" that the Department identifies through rules
  • Requires the Department to consult with biologists, zoologists, or other wildlife experts before adopting rules to identify additional aquatic life
  • Effective date: January 1, 1996 (original source reference from P.A. 89-66)

Legislative Description

AQUATIC LIFE-DEFINITION

Last Action

Public Act . . . . . . . . . 98-0771

7/16/2014

Committee Referrals

Agriculture & Conservation4/23/2014
Rules4/1/2014
Agriculture and Conservation2/25/2014
Assignments2/14/2014

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