ELECTIONS-LEGAL DEFENSE FUND House SponsorsRep. Jack D. Franks 1/11/2011HouseSession Sine Die 10 ILCS 5/9-1from Ch. 46, par. 9-110 ILCS 5/9-1.4from Ch. 46, par. 9-1.410 ILCS 5/9-1.5from Ch. 46, par. 9-1.510 ILCS 5/9-1.7from Ch. 46, par. 9-1.710 ILCS 5/9-1.8from Ch. 46, par. 9-1.810 ILCS 5/9-1.9from Ch. 46, par. 9-1.910 ILCS 5/9-1.16 new10 ILCS 5/9-10from Ch. 46, par. 9-10 Amends the Election Code. With respect to campaign finance disclosure and limits, redefines contributions and expenditures to include those accepted or made in connection with the legal defense of a candidate for or holder of a State or local elective office. Defines legal defense as relating to various offenses against public officials, employees, and entities at any level of government, infamous crimes, and offenses reflecting upon the candidate's or official's character, honesty, integrity, and ability. Effective immediately. 1/19/2010HouseFiled with the Clerk by Rep. Jack D. Franks 1/21/2010HouseFirst Reading 1/21/2010HouseReferred to Rules Committee 1/11/2011HouseSession Sine Die