Senate Sponsors: WALSH,T. Short description: GOV APPROVAL POWER-DUTY Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Amends the Regulatory Sunset Act to remove the requirement that the Governor's sunset recommendations be made a part of the State budget in even-numbered years. Amends the Counties Code to change approval of sewer and drainage projects on State land from the Governor to the appropriate State agency. Amends the School Code to designate Arbor and Bird Day and Illinois Law Week and to remove the requirement that the Governor make those designations. Amends the Illinois Diseased Animals Act to remove the requirement that the Governor approve payments under the Act. Repeals the Small Business Tax Policy Act and a provision of the Coal Mining Act requiring State mine inspectors to enter into bonds approved by the Governor. Effective immediately. Last action on Bill: SESSION SINE DIE Last action date: 01-01-09 Location: Senate Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 0 SENATE - 0 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status