Law made by parliament or parliament's delegate (eg Governor in Council) Contrasted to common law and equity, made by courts
Written and approved laws Also known as "statutes" or "acts " In constitutional law, one would talk of the "power to legislate" or the "legislative arm of government" referring to the power of political bodies (eg: house of assembly, Congress, Parliament) to write the laws of the land
A law or body of laws enacted by Parliament Such laws are known as Acts of Parliament or statutes See Acts
Previously education was excluded in most respects from legislation that covers disability (i e the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA)1995) However, recently the SENDA was passed through parliament The SENDA bill covers most aspects of educational provision Universities are legally required to offer 'reasonable adjustments' and ensure that they do not 'unfairly treat' disabled students (see: SENDA)
School districts are governed by the Illinois School Code and other statutues Persons interested in existing state law or proposed legislative changes affecting schools in Illinois, should contact the Governmental Relations Unit at 217/ 782-6510 or may find this information on the Illinois General Assembly website at www legis state il us
Laws affecting the conduct of business, the premises or working environment, persons employed and systems of work
Programs that require legislative action for implementation, typically code modifications or programs granting an official or agency powers not held previously