The Department may adopt emergency rules in accordance with Sections 5-45 and 5-45.55 of the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act. The adoption of emergency rules authorized by Sections 5-45 and 5-45.55 of the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act and this paragraph is deemed to be necessary for the public interest, safety, and welfare.
615 ILCS 5/30
The Department of Natural Resources may make such reasonable rules and regulations as may be necessary to administer this Act
Known as the Rivers, Lakes, and Streams Act
The act spans §§ 615-5-10 to 615-5-9 (45 sections).
P.A. 103-905, eff. 1-1-25.
Official source: Illinois General Assembly. Reproduced from public-domain Illinois statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.