Illinois HB2701 amends compensation for county officers, including annual awards and stipends.
Illinois HB2701 amends the Counties Code to adjust compensation for county officers. It sets specific annual awards for county clerks, recorders, and chief election clerks, increasing from $13,000 in 2025 to $15,000 in 2027 and beyond. The bill also establishes a stipend for county auditors, starting at $6,500 per year. These stipends and awards are separate from base salaries and must be paid by the county. The State Board of Elections will distribute these awards. The bill takes effect immediately upon becoming law.
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