Terms Used In Illinois Compiled Statutes > 620 ILCS 35 - Permanent Noise Monitoring Act

• Heretofore: means any time previous to the day on which the statute takes effect; and the word "hereafter" at any time after such day. See Illinois Compiled Statutes 5 ILCS 70/1.17
• Minority leader: See Floor Leaders
• Petty offense: A federal misdemeanor punishable by six months or less in prison. ^{Source: U.S. Courts}