Illinois § 40
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 40, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40.
Seniority points. (a) Seniority points shall be based only upon service with the affected department and shall be calculated as of the date of the written examination. The weight of this component and its computation shall be determined by the appointing authority or through a collective bargaining agreement. (b) A seniority list shall be posted before the written examination is given and before the preliminary promotion list is compiled. The seniority list shall include the seniority date, any breaks in service, the total number of eligible years, and the number of seniority points. (Source: P.A. 93-411, eff. 8-4-03.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 40
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 40 cover?
Section 40 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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