Public Act 095-0943
 		





HB4216 Enrolled
LRB095 15661 HLH 41666 b






    AN ACT concerning State government.

 
    Be it enacted by the People of the State of Illinois,
 
represented in the General Assembly:


 
    Section 5. The Department of Commerce and Economic 
Opportunity Law of the
Civil Administrative Code of Illinois is 
amended  by adding Section 605-1000 as follows:
 
    (20 ILCS 605/605-1000  new)
    Sec. 605-1000. Illinois Science and Technology Commission.  
The Illinois Science and Technology Commission is created, 
subject to appropriation, to coordinate efforts on behalf of 
the State, units of local government, and institutions of 
higher education in order to attract, retain, and promote 
scientific endeavors and research facilities within the State. 
The Commission may coordinate with other states, the federal 
government, and scientific research facilities to achieve its 
objectives under this Section.   The Department of Commerce and 
Economic Opportunity shall, subject to appropriation for this 
purpose, provide staff support for the Commission.  The 
Commission shall consist of the following 10 members, who shall 
be  appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the 
Senate unless otherwise provided in this Section:
        (1)  Two members with a background in physical sciences. 
        (2) One member with a background in civil engineering. 
        (3)  One member with a background in land use. 
        (4)  One member with a background in environmental 
    issues. 
        (5)  One member representing institutions of higher 
    education. 
        (6) One member appointed by a statewide association 
    that advocates for business. 
        (7)  One member appointed by a statewide association 
    that advocates for labor. 
        (8) The Director of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, 
    ex officio, or his or her designee. 
        (9) The Governor, ex officio, or his or her designee. 
    The members shall elect a member to serve as chairperson.  
Of the initial members appointed under items (1) through (7) of 
this Section, 2 shall serve for 3-year terms, 2 shall serve for 
4-year terms, and 4 shall serve for 5-year terms, as determined 
by lot.  Successor members shall be appointed by the original 
appointing authority and shall serve for  5-year terms.  Members 
shall serve without compensation but may be reimbursed for 
travel expenses. 





Effective Date:  1/1/2009