Judge Strikes Down Pension Law

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Published on November 22 2014 9:38 am
Last Updated on November 22 2014 9:38 am
Written by Greg Sapp

A judge is striking down the Illinois pension law in its entirety.

The judge says lawmakers do not have the authority to reduce or diminish state worker or retiree benefits. 

Lawmakers had passed the bill hoping to shore up the pension systems, which have a $100 billion shortfall.

The State is expected to appeal.