Illinois HB2480 amends the Illinois Public Labor Relations Act to adjust residency requirements for peace officers in arbitration decisions.

HB2480 modifies the Illinois Public Labor Relations Act by changing the conditions of employment that may be included in arbitration decisions for peace officers. Specifically, it allows for residency requirements in municipalities with a population under 1,000,000, expanding the previous limit of 100,000. The bill also outlines procedures for selecting an impartial arbitrator and the process for resolving disputes through mediation and arbitration. It ensures that peace officers and fire fighters cannot withhold services or be locked out by public employers.

Illinois HB2480 amends the Illinois Public Labor Relations Act to adjust residency requirements for peace officers in arbitration decisions.

HB2480 modifies the Illinois Public Labor Relations Act by changing the conditions of employment that may be included in arbitration decisions for peace officers. Specifically, it allows for residency requirements in municipalities with a population under 1,000,000, expanding the previous limit of 100,000. The bill also outlines procedures for selecting an impartial arbitrator and the process for resolving disputes through mediation and arbitration. It ensures that peace officers and fire fighters cannot withhold services or be locked out by public employers.