Illinois § 1-109
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 1-109, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1-109.
Duties of fiduciaries. A fiduciary with respect to a retirement system or pension fund established under this Code shall discharge his or her duties with respect to the retirement system or pension fund solely in the interest of the participants and beneficiaries and: (a) for the exclusive purpose of: (1) providing benefits to participants and their beneficiaries; and (2) defraying reasonable expenses of administering the retirement system or pension fund; (b) with the care, skill, prudence and diligence under the circumstances then prevailing that a prudent person acting in a like capacity and familiar with such matters would use in the conduct of an enterprise of a like character with like aims; (c) by diversifying the investments of the retirement system or pension fund so as to minimize the risk of large losses, unless under the circumstances it is clearly prudent not to do so; and (d) in accordance with the provisions of the Article of this Code governing the retirement system or pension fund. (Source: P.A. 102-558, eff. 8-20-21; 103-464, eff. 8-4-23.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 1-109
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 1-109 cover?
Section 1-109 is part of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, the codified statutory law of Illinois. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Illinois § 1-109?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 1-109 apply to my situation?
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