Terms Used In Illinois Compiled Statutes 40 ILCS 5/17-157

  • Amendment: A proposal to alter the text of a pending bill or other measure by striking out some of it, by inserting new language, or both. Before an amendment becomes part of the measure, thelegislature must agree to it.
     Whenever an amendment which is, has been or may be enacted, proposes liberalizing changes in qualifying conditions or increases in benefits, the amendment shall be applicable only to persons who, on or after its effective date, are teachers, providing that an amendment shall be applicable to a former teacher who is reinstated as a contributor.