Illinois § 1502

Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 1502, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 1502.

Employer's benefit wages. An employer's benefit wages shall be the wages paid by him which became benefit wages. With respect to any base period applicable to a benefit year commencing prior to November 4, 1979, an employer's benefit wages with respect to any one individual shall include only the amount specified in Section 1502 of this Act as amended and in effect on November 9, 1977. With respect to each base period applicable to benefit years commencing on and after November 4, 1979 an employer's benefit wages with respect to any one individual shall not exceed the total amount of wages paid to the individual by that employer during the base period, or $6,000, whichever amount is smaller, except that an employer's benefit wages resulting from the payment of extended benefits to an individual shall not exceed 1/2 such total amount of wages, or $3,000, whichever is smaller. The sum of an employer's benefit wages resulting from the payment to the same individual of both regular benefits with respect to his benefit year and extended benefits with respect to his eligibility period which began in that benefit year shall not exceed 1 1/2 times the individual's base period wages, or $9,000, whichever is less. (Source: P.A. 81-962.)

Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 1502

What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 1502 cover?

Section 1502 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 § 1502?

A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 1502" (Illinois). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Illinois law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Illinois official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Illinois attorney.

How does Illinois § 1502 apply to my situation?

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