The practice of electrology in the State of Illinois is hereby declared to affect the public health, safety, and welfare and to be subject to regulation and control in the public interest.
     It is declared to be a matter of public health and concern that the practice of electrology, as defined in this Act, merit and receive the confidence of the public and that only qualified persons be authorized to practice as electrologists in the State of Illinois. This Act shall be liberally construed to best carry out these subjects and purposes.

Terms Used In Illinois Compiled Statutes 225 ILCS 412/5

  • State: when applied to different parts of the United States, may be construed to include the District of Columbia and the several territories, and the words "United States" may be construed to include the said district and territories. See Illinois Compiled Statutes 5 ILCS 70/1.14