Senate Sponsors: LAUZEN. Short description: PEN CD-IMPEACHMENT-FELONIES Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Amends the Illinois Pension Code. Provides for loss of pension benefits by a person who is (1) convicted of a Class X, Class 1, or Class 2 felony, (2) impeached and convicted under Article 4, Section 14 of the Illinois Constitution, or (3) expelled from the Illinois Senate or House of Representatives under Article 4, Section 6(d) of the Illinois Constitution and convicted of a criminal offense that constitutes official misconduct in office. Provides for a refund of the person's contributions, without interest. Applies only to persons who begin service and are convicted or removed from office on or after the effective date. Effective immediately. PENSION IMPACT NOTE The fiscal impact of SB 553 cannot be determined although it may increase the administrative cost of the systems. Last action on Bill: SESSION SINE DIE Last action date: 99-01-12 Location: Senate Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 0 SENATE - 0 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status