By Kankakee Times |
Apr 19, 2024
SPRINGFIELD – Yesterday, House Bill 5174, filed by State Representative Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) passed the House floor with a unanimous vote of 108-0.Representative Haas expressed her satisfaction with the bill's success, stating, "Yesterday’s passage of House Bill 5174 is a huge win for law enforcement officers and school safety." She further explained the bill's purpose, saying, “This bill will incentivize retired law enforcement officers to return to work as school safety officers by ensuring their pension benefits are not suspended.”The legislation addresses the...