Bill > SB2841

This bill amends the Line of Duty Compensation Act to include animal control officers and animal wardens within its scope, meaning their families may be eligible for compensation if they die in the line of duty. The Act, which provides financial benefits to the families of certain public servants who die as a result of their job, previously covered law enforcement officers, firefighters, paramedics, and other designated personnel. This legislation clarifies that "animal control officer or animal warden" refers to an employee of a state or local government tasked with enforcing animal regulations and protecting public health and safety. By adding these roles, the bill ensures that individuals performing these critical public safety functions are recognized and supported under the same compensation framework as other first responders.

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https://www.ilga.gov/Legislation/BillStatus?DocNum=2841&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104