Pritzker signs bills on environmental standards, in-state tuition
Gov. JB Pritzker signed more than 60 bills into law since Friday.
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Consumer advocates seek 80% reduction in latest Nicor gas rate request
Watchdogs allege the request overcharges customers for excessive shareholder profits and executive bonuses.
Lawmakers OK sweeping energy reform package that governor pledges to sign
The bill creates significant incentives for storing energy using large-scale batteries.
House passes energy bill amid debate over costs to consumers
Environmental advocates say new renewable projects are the cheapest way to lower utility bills.
Aquifer protection, Chicago pension boost among more than 100 new laws
Other new laws require trauma-informed police training, AI regulations and new requirements for insurance plans.
Lawmakers give small boost to renewable developments, delay broader reform
Illinois legislators pass a bill to stabilize renewable energy financing and initiate studies for battery storage.
Regulators OK statewide electric grid upgrades, rate increases
After rejecting grid modernization plans from Ameren and ComEd last year, regulators approved – and applauded – revised versions this ...
Worried about grid reliability, state officials seek to boost renewables, energy storage
Illinois officials look to address energy grid reliability, renewable energy delays, and surging demand with added storage and other solutions.
Aqua Illinois customers to see bill increase in the new year
The Illinois Commerce Commission approved a reduced Aqua Illinois rate hike with new programs to assist low-income customers.
Plan to ban carbon injections near aquifers stalls in Senate
The Illinois Senate postponed a decision on a bill to prohibit carbon injections near aquifers, following concerns about environmental risks ...
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