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Introduced
01/31/2025
01/31/2025
In Committee
03/21/2025
03/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Counties Code. Provides that the Cook County Sheriff's Merit Board shall consist of 3 members (rather than not less than 3 and not more than 7 members) appointed by the Sheriff with the advice and consent of three-fifths of the county board. Provides that all members of the Board shall be appointed to hold office from the third Monday in March of the year of their respective appointments for a term of 6 years and until their successors are appointed and qualified for a like term. Provides that the terms of the members need not be staggered. Removes language authorizing the Board to employ hearing officers to conduct hearings under specified provisions. Provides that certification by the Board for appointment of deputy sheriffs in the Police Department, full-time deputy sheriffs not employed as county police officers or county corrections officers, and of employees in the Department of Corrections may be granted upon an applicant's successful completion of the Sheriff's application process which includes, but is not limited to, any mental, physical, psychiatric and other tests and examinations as may be prescribed by the Sheriff. Removes certain provisions concerning qualifications for appointment of deputy sheriffs in the Police Department, full-time deputy sheriffs not employed as county police officers or county corrections officers, and of employees in the Department of Corrections. Makes other and conforming changes.
AI Summary
This bill modifies the composition and operation of the Cook County Sheriff's Merit Board by reducing the board membership from a range of 3-7 members to a fixed 3 members, all appointed by the Sheriff with approval from three-fifths of the county board. The bill eliminates previous provisions about staggered terms and removes language about hearing officers. The new provisions specify that board members will serve 6-year terms beginning on the third Monday in March of their appointment year, with the option for non-staggered terms. The bill also changes the certification process for deputy sheriffs and corrections employees, allowing the Sheriff more discretion in the application process by permitting certification based on successful completion of the Sheriff's application process, which may include mental, physical, psychiatric, and other examinations. Additionally, the bill removes previous detailed requirements about applicant age, citizenship, and qualifications, giving the Sheriff more flexibility in hiring and appointment procedures. The changes aim to streamline the Sheriff's Merit Board operations and provide greater administrative autonomy to the Sheriff's office in staffing and personnel decisions.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments (on 03/21/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1431&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/SB/10400SB1431.htm |
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