“If
the state's new pension law is found unconstitutional, which looks more likely
in light of a recent Illinois Supreme Court decision, one obvious remedy is to
amend the constitution.
“’We need that
flexibility,” said Rep. Joseph Sosnowski, R-Rockford, who introduced a
constitutional amendment proposal last year that died in committee. “Now, based
off this court ruling, this may be our last ability to look at trying to modify
pensions.”’ He plans to re-introduce his proposed amendment in the spring, “’especially
in light of the court's decision.”’ READ MORE
Title:
“Amending the Illinois Constitution a tough path for pension reform”
Author:
Paul Merrion
Source:
Crain’s Chicago Business
Date
Published: July 16, 2014
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