General Assembly Called into Special Session

Governor Quinn has called the General Assembly back to Springfield on August 17 for a special session consideration of pension reform. No legislation was specifically identified in the Governor’s message. The House Rules Committee met earlier this week and advanced SB 3168 to the Personnel & Pensions Committee. The House had originally been scheduled to meet tomorrow to consider the expulsion of Rep. Derrick Smith. Rep. Smith was indicted earlier this year for bribery. It is unlikely any other activity will occur during the one day scheduled special session. No action is expected at this time in the Senate.