Terms Used In Illinois Compiled Statutes 225 ILCS 90/36

  • 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
     The regulation and licensing of physical therapists and physical therapist assistants are exclusive powers and functions of the State. A home rule unit may not regulate or license physical therapists or physical therapist assistants. This Section is a denial and limitation of home rule powers and functions under subsection (h) of Section 6 of Article VII of the Illinois Constitution.