{"data":{"id":"us-il/20-ilcs-3905-1002","jurisdiction":"us-il","citation":"20 ILCS 3905/1002","heading":"","body":"The Illinois General Assembly finds:\n(a) that the Mississippi River from Alton to Grafton is recognized as the most beautiful portion of the entire River;\n(b) that Alton Lake and the majestic limestone bluffs on this parkway corridor are irreplaceable assets;\n(c) that the scenic, cultural, historical, geological, archaeological, ecological, and recreational resources in this part of the Mississippi River Valley are international attractions which should be more appreciated;\n(d) that preservation of the Native American heritage in this area, especially remains and cemeteries (including mounds), must be assured;\n(e) that public opinion is overwhelmingly in favor of preserving and protecting this scenic, natural, and cultural heritage;\n(f) that the best interests of the State of Illinois will be served by this protection;\n(g) that current procedures for this protection are inadequate; and\n(h) that numerous State, federal, and private agencies are much interested in this parkway corridor.","path":["CHAPTER 20 EXECUTIVE BRANCH","Alton Lake Heritage Parkway Corridor Law."],"source_url":"https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ILCS/details?ActID=387\u0026ChapterID=5\u0026ChapAct=FullText\u0026Print=True","current_through":"at least Public Act 104-790","vintage":"","retrieved_at":"2026-09-15T04:46:15Z","sha256":"28bc1a984b2e0216c43b5b3a701e67087ee4170c336e076d496a5a70562ca405","source_id":"us-il","stale":false,"prev":"us-il/20-ilcs-3905-1001","next":"us-il/20-ilcs-3905-1003"},"notice":"GroundRules: Original legal text. Not legal advice."}