Illinois § 12-131

Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 12-131, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 12-131.

Retirement at age 60 or over. An employee, upon withdrawal upon or after age 60 with 4 or more years of service, shall be entitled to a retirement annuity. Such annuity for an employee who entered service prior to July 1, 1971 shall be that provided, as of his age on the date of retirement, from the total of the accumulations described below: (a) the accumulation from employee contributions for service annuity on the date of withdrawal, improved by regular interest to the date when he enters upon retirement annuity; (b) the accumulation from the contributions by the employer for service annuity, on the date of the employee's withdrawal, improved by regular interest to the date when he enters upon retirement annuity. (Source: P.A. 86-272.)

Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 12-131

What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 12-131 cover?

Section 12-131 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 § 12-131?

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Is this the official text of Illinois law?

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How does Illinois § 12-131 apply to my situation?

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