Illinois § 5-133

Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5-133, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 5-133.

Widow's prior service annuity. "Widow's Prior Service Annuity" shall be credited for the widow of a male present employee for service prior to the effective date, in accordance with the "Policemen's Annuity and Benefit Fund Act of the Illinois Municipal Code" and this Article. The amounts so credited shall be improved by interest at 4% per annum during the employee's service subsequent to the effective date until he attains age 57. (Source: Laws 1963, p. 161.)

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What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5-133 cover?

Section 5-133 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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