House Sponsors: CAPPARELLI-SAVIANO-MCAULIFFE-SANTIAGO. Short description: PEN CD-POL & FIRE-WORKERS COMP Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Amends Article 22, Division 3 of the Pension Code in relation to benefits for an injured policeman or fireman. Deletes a provision limiting statutory rights to recover damages. Provides that Division 3 does not limit or reduce the compensation and benefits available to a policeman or fireman or his or her dependents under the Workers' Compensation Act. Effective immediately. PENSION IMPACT NOTE HB 1278 would have little or no fiscal impact on any Downstate Police or Firefighers' pension funds. Last action on Bill: SESSION SINE DIE Last action date: 99-01-12 Location: House Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 0 SENATE - 0 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status