Rep. Jennifer Sanalitro supports HB2564 to change rules on employer contributions for specific salary increases

Rep. Jennifer Sanalitro (R-48th) was among those who supported HB2564 during the 104th General Assembly session on May 31, 2026, passing in the Illinois House with a 92-25 vote, according to the Illinois House. The bill seeks to change employer contribution rules for specific types of salary increases.

As described in the bill's official text: "PEN CD-TRS-SALARY INCREASES."

The summary below presents a clarified interpretation of the bill text to outline its main points.

Essentially, HB2564 amends sections of the Illinois Pension Code, adjusting requirements for additional employer contributions when salary increases exceed 6%. It specifically excludes from this rule salary increases, starting July 1, 2025, tied to overload work such as summer school. For a school district to be exempt, it must certify—and be approved—that the overload work relates solely to extra classroom instruction beyond the regular full-time workload, and that pay raises do not surpass standard compensation rates based on the teacher's latest salary and schedule. The legislation is to take effect immediately upon enactment.

The documented legislative action for HB2564 reads: 'Senate Floor Amendment No. 1 House Concurs'.

Sanalitro, a Republican, began serving the 48th House District in 2023, succeeding former representative Terra Costa Howard.

All bills in Illinois pass through a multi-step legislative process starting with introduction in one chamber, committee review, floor debates, and votes in both the House and Senate prior to reaching the governor, who may approve or veto the bill. The General Assembly meets biennially and while many proposals are submitted each session, only a select number ultimately become law.