Statement by President Easter
on Supreme Court Ruling on Pensions

May 8, 2015

The Illinois Supreme Court has spoken on the pension constitutionality issue and we await the state’s reaction to the ruling. Adequate funding of Illinois’ public pensions is of great concern to University of Illinois employees and annuitants. Pensions are a key element in a competitive compensation program that is critical in recruiting and retaining faculty and staff. The U of I will continue to track this important issue and provide its input and expertise to those who must chart a new path to a sustainable pension system.