Illinois Compiled Statutes 65 ILCS 5/3.1-40-20 – Quorum
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Terms Used In Illinois Compiled Statutes 65 ILCS 5/3.1-40-20
- Adjourn: A motion to adjourn a legislative chamber or a committee, if passed, ends that day's session.
- Quorum: The number of legislators that must be present to do business.
A majority of the corporate authorities shall constitute a quorum to do business. A smaller number, however, may adjourn from time to time and may compel the attendance of absentees under penalties (including a fine for a failure to attend) prescribed by the council by ordinance.