Amends the Illinois Oil and Gas Act. Removes cash as an item that an applicant for a permit may provide in lieu of a surety bond required for plugging obligations and the removal of liquid oil field waste from an on-site collection point. Makes changes in provisions concerning the Department of Natural Resources's ability to make rules and conduct hearings for certain purposes. Makes conforming changes.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 225 ILCS 725/2, 225 ILCS 725/6, 225 ILCS 725/8, 225 ILCS 725/12
Engrossed: 225 ILCS 725/2, 225 ILCS 725/6, 225 ILCS 725/8, 225 ILCS 725/12
Enrolled: 225 ILCS 725/2, 225 ILCS 725/6, 225 ILCS 725/8, 225 ILCS 725/12