On March 18, 2025, Trustees and staff from the Chicago Teachers’ Pension Fund (CTPF) and the Retired Teachers Association of Chicago (RTAC) held a successful lobby day in Springfield, IL. The event educated lawmakers about legislative priorities and shared crucial information about CTPF’s current bills SB1188, SB1893, and SB1934.
"The collaborative effort highlights our commitment to ensuring that our members’ needs are addressed, and our voices are heard," said Executive Director Carlton W. Lenoir, Sr. "This was an exceptional opportunity to raise awareness of our legislative priorities and to help ensure that they are addressed during this legislative session."
Legislative Priorities
SB 1188 PEN CD – CHI TEACH-REEMPLOYMENT
Sponsored by Sen. Robert F. Martwick
Co-Sponsor: Sen. Sara Feigenholtz
Reduces penalties for members exceeding return-to-work limitations.
Alleviates financial burden on members and decreases administrative costs.
Supported by CTPF’s 96,000 members and RTAC.
SB 1893 PEN CD – CTPF-HEALTH INS COSTS
Sponsored by Sen. Robert F. Martwick
Increases annual health insurance reimbursement for retirees from $65M to $100M.
Provides inflation adjustment based on the consumer price index-u.
Addresses rising health insurance costs and growing number of retirees.
Supported by CTPF’s 96,000 members and RTAC.
SB 1934 PEN CD – TIER 2 SURVIVOR BENEFIT
Sponsored by Sen. Robert F. Martwick
Clarifies calculation of Tier 2 survivor benefits for spouse and minor children.
Ensures uniform interpretation and minimizes litigation risks.
Does not change current calculation methods or increase costs
Find more information about CTPF members, pensions, and legislative priorities here.