House Sponsors: MCCARTHY. Senate Sponsors: O'MALLEY Short description: CNTY CD-COOK CNTY SHERIFF BD Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Amends the Counties Code. Provides that on and after the effective date of this amendatory Act, the Sheriff of Cook County may, in his or her discretion and with the advice and consent of the county board, appoint additional members to the Cook County Sheriff's Merit Board (now limited to 5 members). Provides that as additional members are appointed, the political affiliation of the Board shall be such that no more than one-half of the members plus one additional member may be affiliated with the same political party. Provides that as additional members are appointed, at least 40% of the members must be present to constitute a quorum. Effective immediately. STATE MANDATES FISCAL NOTE HB 2245 fails to create a State mandate. HOME RULE NOTE HB 2245 does not preempt home rule authority. FISCAL NOTE (DCCA) HB 2245 is permissive and would not have a fiscal impact on units of local gov't. Last action on Bill: SESSION SINE DIE Last action date: 99-01-12 Location: House Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 0 SENATE - 0 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status