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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
§ 12-135.3. Annual increases to surviving spouses. On January 1 of each year, every surviving spouse, other than a surviving spouse who is receiving a temporary annuity or who has received a surviving spouse annuity for less than one full year, shall be entitled to a 3% annual increase in his or her surviving spouse's annuity. The 3% annual increase shall be based on the amount of annuity then payable, including any increases previously received under this Section.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Illinois Statutes Chapter 40. Pensions § 5/12-135.3. Annual increases to surviving spouses - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/il/chapter-40-pensions/il-st-sect-40-5-12-135-3/
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