Illinois § 17a

Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 17a, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 17a.

Appointment of federal employees to State positions. At the discretion of the Director of Central Management Services, any certified or probationary employee of any Federal office, agency or institution in the State of Illinois which is closed by the Federal Government may be appointed to a comparable position in State service, without competitive selection. Such persons will attain certified status provided they pass a qualifying examination prescribed by the Director within 6 months after being so appointed, and provided they thereafter satisfactorily complete their respective probationary periods. Such qualifying examinations shall be of the same kind as those required for entrance examinations for comparable positions. Appointments of such employees shall be without regard to the competitive selection process provisions of this Code. (Source: P.A. 103-108, eff. 6-27-23.)

Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 17a

What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 17a cover?

Section 17a 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.

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