HB 205

Abstract

Amends the Illinois Historic Preservation Act. Creates the Historic Preservation Advisory Council to provide assistance, advice, and recommendations to the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency in: (i) establishing priorities for the identification, acquisition, protection, and preservation of historic and archaeological sites and properties, (ii) establishing criteria for use in assessing the significance of historic and archaeological sites and properties, (iii) evaluating proposals for awards of historic preservation grants administered by the Agency, and (iv) preparing rules relating to the historic preservation programs administered by the Agency. Provides that The Council shall consist of 12 members who represent different areas of the State and who are appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate. Sets forth certain additional conditions for the appointment of Council members and for the operation of the Council.