House Sponsors: HOFFMAN-DAVIS,STEVE-BLACK-WINKEL, REITZ AND BOST. Short description: FIRE DEPARTMENT PROMOTION ACT Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Creates the Fire Department Promotion Act. Provides that promotions in municipal fire departments and fire protection district fire departments shall be based upon examination, seniority within the department, ascertained merit, and veteran's preference. Requires promotion of the person at the top of the promotion list. Provides for a one-year period of probation, during which the person may be demoted for just cause, including failure to demonstrate the ability required for the job. Pre-empts home rule powers, but exempts Chicago. Contains other provisions. Effective immediately. FISCAL NOTE (State Fire Marshal) No fiscal impact on the Office of the State Fire Marshal. 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