Amends the Private Business and Vocational Schools Act. Provides that the State Superintendent of Education shall provide by rule for a schedule of application and renewal fees to be paid by all applicants for certificates of approval (now, fees are specified). Effective immediately.
Amends the Executive Reorganization Implementation Act. Makes technical changes in a Section concerning the short title.
Amends the Illinois Public Accounting Act. Makes changes relating to the number of members on the Board of Examiners. Provides that the Board of Examiners shall report annually on its activities. Provides that, on and after July 1, 2004, applicants are required to pass an examination on the rules of professional conduct before they may be awarded a certificate as a certified public accountant. Provides that at least 4 continuing education hours shall be courses covering the subject of professional ethics. Provides that the files of the Board relating to the investigation of possible instances of professional misconduct or any other ground for discipline shall be confidential and not subject to disclosure at the request of any person, except upon the order of a court in a pending action or proceeding. Effective immediately.
Makes appropriations to the Office of Banks and Real Estate for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2003. Effective July 1, 2003.
Amends the Illinois Procurement Code. Makes a technical change in a Section defining "Associate Procurement Officers".
Amends the Illinois Procurement Code. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning State policy.
Amends the Certified Audit Program Law of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois. Provides that the certified audit pilot project shall not extend beyond July 1, 2006 (rather than July 1, 2004). Effective immediately.
Makes appropriations to the Board of Trustees of Eastern Illinois University for ordinary and contingent expenses for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2003. Effective July 1, 2003.
Makes appropriations for the ordinary and contingent expenses of the Department of Public Aid for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2003. Effective July 1, 2003.
Makes appropriations to the Department of Insurance for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2003.
