Municipal Blog
What does the Illinois Municipal League do?
The Illinois Municipal League (IML) is a non-profit, non-partisan association that represents municipalities across the state of Illinois. Founded in…
What is a government website?
A government website is an online platform created and maintained by a government entity, such as a federal, state, or…
What power does home rule give local government?
Home rule provides local governments with a degree of autonomy, allowing them to govern themselves with less direct oversight from…
What does the home rule allow for?
Home rule is a legal framework that grants local governments the authority to govern themselves with a significant degree of…
What is the home rule in simple terms?
Home rule is a principle that allows local governments, such as cities and counties, to govern themselves with greater autonomy….
Understanding Home Rule in Illinois
What is Home Rule? Home Rule is a form of government authority that allows local municipalities in Illinois to govern…