Illinois SB1355 prohibits public officials from using city natural resources as settlement conditions for personal property damage claims.

Illinois SB1355, the Public Official Conflict of Interest and Natural Resource Misuse Act, makes it a criminal offense for public officials to offer or allow the use of city natural resources as a condition for settlement or compensation for damage to a resident's personal property. The act defines "city natural resource" to include land, water, mineral rights, parks, and other public assets. Penalties for violations include imprisonment, fines up to $250,000, restitution, and removal from office for elected officials.

Illinois SB1355 prohibits public officials from using city natural resources as settlement conditions for personal property damage claims.

Illinois SB1355, the Public Official Conflict of Interest and Natural Resource Misuse Act, makes it a criminal offense for public officials to offer or allow the use of city natural resources as a condition for settlement or compensation for damage to a resident's personal property. The act defines "city natural resource" to include land, water, mineral rights, parks, and other public assets. Penalties for violations include imprisonment, fines up to $250,000, restitution, and removal from office for elected officials.