(625 ILCS 60/5) Sec. 5. Definitions. For purposes of this Act: "Mobility device" means a support cane, walker, crutches, wheelchair, scooter, or other device, which may be necessary for use by a pedestrian with a disability when traveling.
"Pedestrian with a disability" means a person with a disability, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, who may require the use of a mobility device, service animal, or white cane to travel on the streets, sidewalks, highways, walkways, and walking, running, or bicycle paths of this State.
"Service animal" means a service animal as defined by the Code of Federal Regulations (28 CFR 36.104).
"White cane" means a cane that is predominantly white or metallic in color, with or without a red tip, that is held in an extended or raised position.
(Source: P.A. 100-76, eff. 1-1-18.) |