Bill > HB3610

This bill amends the Litter Control Act by expanding the definition of "litter" to explicitly include animal manure. Currently, the Act defines litter as any discarded, used, or unconsumed substance or waste, with an extensive list of examples such as garbage, trash, cigarettes, abandoned vehicles, and dead animal carcasses. The bill adds "animal manure" to this list, which means that improper disposal of animal waste could now be considered a form of littering under the law. This change likely aims to address environmental and public health concerns related to the inappropriate disposal of animal waste, potentially providing local authorities with more tools to maintain cleanliness and sanitation in public and private spaces. The amendment applies to the state of Illinois and would be enforced under the existing Litter Control Act's regulations and penalties.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=3610&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104