Illinois 2023-2024 Regular Session

Illinois Senate Bill SB0734

Introduced
2/2/23  
Refer
2/2/23  
Refer
3/2/23  
Report Pass
3/9/23  
Engrossed
3/31/23  
Refer
4/11/23  
Refer
4/18/23  
Report Pass
4/27/23  
Enrolled
5/25/23  
Chaptered
8/4/23  

Caption

PUBLIC EMPLOYEE BENEFITS-TECH

Impact

The bill seeks to amend the School Code, making it mandatory for qualifying school districts to diversify their 457 plan offerings. By allowing multiple financial institutions to provide services under the plan, the legislation is expected to improve transparency regarding fees and investment options available to educators. This change is anticipated to result in better retirement outcomes for teachers by giving them access to a wider range of investment choices and reducing administrative costs associated with plan management.

Summary

SB0734, known as an Act concerning public employee benefits, primarily affects school districts in Illinois with a licensed teacher population of 575 or more. It requires these districts to offer more than one financial institution or investment provider for their 457 retirement plans. This requirement aims to enhance the financial options available to educators and promote competition among service providers, potentially leading to better management of the teachers' retirement savings.

Sentiment

Overall, the sentiment around SB0734 appears to be positive among educational leaders and teachers' associations. Proponents argue that the bill empowers educators by giving them more control over their retirement savings and fosters accountability among financial institutions. However, there are concerns regarding the administrative burden this could place on smaller school districts that may struggle to comply with the new requirements, raising questions about the feasibility of implementation.

Contention

Despite the general support for SB0734, there are points of contention mainly revolving around the potential cost implications for school districts, especially those that may face challenges in adapting to the requirement to select multiple investment providers. Critics worry that this legislative change could lead to increased bureaucracy and complicate the management of retirement plans, possibly detracting from the overall goal of benefiting educators.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

IL HB1712

PUBLIC EMPLOYEE BENEFITS-TECH

IL HB0529

PUBLIC EMPLOYEE BENEFITS-TECH

IL SB0690

PUBLIC EMPLOYEE BENEFITS-TECH

IL SB1116

PUBLIC EMPLOYEE BENEFITS-TECH

IL SB1115

PUBLIC EMPLOYEE BENEFITS-TECH

IL SB3043

PUBLIC EMPLOYEE BENEFITS-TECH

IL HB4547

PUBLIC EMPLOYEE BENEFITS-TECH

IL HB4773

PUBLIC EMPLOYEE BENEFITS-TECH

IL SB1233

SCH CD-RETIREMENT PLANS

IL HB1191

PUBLIC EMPLOYEE BENEFITS-TECH

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