For purposes of this Act:
     “Mobility device” means a support cane, walker, crutches, wheelchair, scooter, or other device, which may be necessary for use by a pedestrian with a disability when traveling.

Terms Used In Illinois Compiled Statutes 625 ILCS 60/5

  • 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

     “Pedestrian with a disability” means a person with a disability, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, who may require the use of a mobility device, service animal, or white cane to travel on the streets, sidewalks, highways, walkways, and walking, running, or bicycle paths of this State.
     “Service animal” means a service animal as defined by the Code of Federal Regulations (28 C.F.R. § 36.104).
     “White cane” means a cane that is predominantly white or metallic in color, with or without a red tip, that is held in an extended or raised position.