TABLE OF CONTENTS

Commission Review Board
Self-Insurers Advisory Board
Workers' Compensation Advisory Board
Workers' Compensation Medical Fee Advisory Board

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Once a meeting notice/agenda has been issued, the date below will appear as an active link to the document.  Minutes from one meeting are generally approved at the next meeting; once the minutes have been approved, a link will be posted next to the date. 

Unless stated otherwise, Chicago meetings will be held in the oral argument room, located on the 8th floor of the James R. Thompson Center, 100 W. Randolph St.; Springfield meetings will be held in the Commission's Springfield office, 4500 S. Sixth St. Frontage Road.

Members receive no compensation for their services, but are reimbursed for their expenses incurred in the performance of their duties.

Commission Review Board

Statutory reference: 820 ILCS 305/14.1.  See also Part 7500 of the Rules.

Function: The board investigates complaints regarding misconduct made against arbitrators and commissioners of the Commission. While the board investigates allegations of misconduct, it has no authority to review or change arbitration or Commission decisions.

Members: There are seven members on the board. The chairman of the Commission is the chairman of this board. The senior labor and management commissioner each serve on the board.  Arbitrators elect one Chicago and one Downstate arbitrator. The chairman certifies the election of the arbitrators. Two members who are not commissioners, arbitrators, or Commission employees are selected by the governor.

Terms: Members serve two-year terms beginning March 1 of an odd-numbered year until March 1 of the next odd-numbered year, or until their successors are named. Vacancies shall be filled in the manner in which the positions are normally filled.

Procedures: The chairman shall compile, audit, and retain complaints. The chairman shall advise the commissioner or arbitrator of any complaints filed against him or her, while preserving the identity of the complainant.

The board may determine the complaint is without merit, or it may hold a hearing at which the complainant may testify. The board shall notify the commissioner or arbitrator in writing of any remedial action deemed necessary, and give the commissioner or arbitrator an opportunity to respond. If the problem is sufficiently serious, the board may recommend the governor dismiss an arbitrator or not reappoint a commissioner. Five members of the board must vote to recommend to dismiss an arbitrator or not reappoint a commissioner.

Meetings: September 9, 2011 (minutes); January 25, 2012; April 25, 2012; July 25, 2012; October 24, 2012

IWCC contact person: Carolyn Parks, Executive Director and Judicial Manager

Self-Insurers Advisory Board

Statutory reference: 820 ILCS 305/4a-1-4

Function: The board reviews applications from private companies for the self-insurance privilege and makes recommendations to the chairman of the Commission. The board also ensures the continued payment of benefits to workers of bankrupt self-insurers.

Members: The chairman of the Commission chairs the ISIAB and appoints six other members who are experts in workers' compensation self-insurance. One of the six members shall represent the general public. Four members constitute a quorum; four affirmative votes are needed for any action taken by the board.

Terms: Members serve a four-year term, or until they are reappointed or their successors are named. The chairman shall fill a vacancy within 30 days for the remainder of the unexpired term.

Meetings: December 20, 2011; March 21, 2012; June 20, 2012; September 19, 2012; December 5, 2012

IWCC contact person: Maria Sarli-Dehlin, Manager of Self-Insurance

Workers' Compensation Advisory Board

Statutory reference:  820 ILCS 305/13.1.  See also Section 7030.100 of the Rules.   

Function: The board assists the IWCC in formulating policies, setting priorities, and developing administrative goals. The board makes recommendations to the governor regarding Commission appointments. It also gives the IWCC chairman a list of arbitrators who will conduct voluntary arbitration upon request.

Members: On July 20, 2011, Governor Quinn appointed new members to the WCAB, as directed by HB1698. The board consists of 12 members appointed by the governor with the advice and consent of the Senate.  Six members represent employees, and six represent employers. The IWCC chairman is the chairman of the board. Seven members constitute a quorum.

Terms: Members serve four-year terms. Members serve until they are reappointed or their successors are named. If a vacancy occurs, the governor shall fill the slot for the rest of the term.

Meetings: November 30, 2011 (minutes); January 20, 2012 (minutes); January 25, 2012; April 23, 2012; July 25, 2012; October 24, 2012

IWCC contact person: Kimberly Janas, Secretary and Operations Manager

Workers' Compensation Medical Fee Advisory Board

Statutory reference:  820 ILCS 305/8.3

Function: The board advises the IWCC on the establishment of fees for medical services and the accessibility of medical treatment.

Members: The board consists of nine members appointed by the governor, with the advice and consent of the Senate.  Three members represent employees, three represent employers, and three represent medical providers.

Terms: Members serve four-year terms. Members serve until they are reappointed or their successors are named. If a vacancy occurs, the governor shall fill the slot for the rest of the term.

Meetings: December 7, 2011; March 13, 2012; June 20, 2012; September 19, 2012; December 5, 2012

IWCC contact person: Susan Piha, Manager of Research and Education