(415 ILCS 35/2) (from Ch. 111 1/2, par. 116.152)
    Sec. 2. Declaration of policy.
    It has been established by scientific evidence that improperly installed water well pumps and equipment can adversely affect the public health. Consistent with its duty to safeguard the public health of this State, The General Assembly therefore declares that the proper installation of water well pumps and equipment is essential for the protection of the public health.
(Source: Laws 1965, p. 3225.)