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Manley-Supported Law to Cut Energy Costs, Increase Jobs
JOLIET, Ill. – A new climate-smart law will provide Illinoisans immediate and long-term utility bill relief by bringing down energy costs, thanks to legislation supported by state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet. Gov. JB Pritzker signed the bill into law at Joliet Junior College Thursday.
Faver Dias Pushes Bill to Strengthen Pesticide Notification Protections
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.— State Rep. Laura Faver Dias, D–Grayslake, will continue her fight for the health and safety of local children and schools in the coming legislative session with new legislation strengthening notification requirements for pesticide applications near sensitive areas.
Hirschauer Landmark Safe Gun Storage Bill in Effect
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. – A staunch advocate for safe firearm practices and lessening the rate of preventable gun violence across Illinois, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, is highlighting a first-of-its-kind safe storage law that went into effect Jan. 1st.
Davis Celebrates Passing Series of Laws in First Year as State Representative
CHICAGO – One year after her inauguration, state Rep. Lisa Davis, D-Chicago, is celebrating passing three of her initiatives into law, boosting the protection of the health and wellbeing of vulnerable populations. Two of these laws are in effect and the other will be effective later this year
Briel Joins Dolly Parton Birthday Live Reading
OTTAWA, Ill. — State Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, is collaborating with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Illinois to participate in a Facebook Live reading for children and parents on Friday, Jan. 16 from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Briel-Backed Legislation to Address Rising Energy Costs Signed Into Law
OTTAWA, IL — New legislation signed into law on Thursday will provide Illinoisans immediate and long-term utility bill relief by bringing down energy costs, thanks to legislation supported by state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa.
Lilly-Supported Legislation to Reduce Energy Costs Signed Into Law
CHICAGO — A new law signed on Thursday will provide Illinoisans immediate and long-term utility bill relief by bringing down energy costs, thanks to legislation supported by state Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago.
Ortíz Measure to Lower Energy Costs, Invest in Renewable, Sustainable Resources Signed into Law
JOLIET, Ill. – A transformative reform package supported by state Rep. Aarón Ortíz, D- Chicago, to lower energy bills, capture surplus clean energy and expand eligibility for home energy relief was signed into law yesterday.
Faver Dias-Supported Legislation to Reduce Energy Costs Signed Into Law
GRAYSLAKE, ILL — A new law signed on Thursday will provide Illinoisans immediate and long-term utility bill relief by bringing down energy costs, thanks to legislation supported by state Rep. Laura Faver Dias, D-Grayslake.
Davis-Backed Clean and Reliable Grid Act to Reduce Energy Costs and Provide Long-Term Relief
HOMEWOOD, Ill – Working to provide more relief to Illinoisans facing rising energy costs, State Rep. William “Will” Davis, D-Homewood, passed the Clean and Reliable Grid Act (CRGA) that will help bring down home energy bills immediately and provide long-term relief for residents.
Harper-Supported Legislation to Reduce Energy Costs Signed Into Law
CHICAGO – A new law signed on Thursday will provide Illinoisans immediate and long-term utility bill relief by bringing down energy costs, thanks to legislation supported by state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago.
Gabel-Led Historic Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act Signed into Law
JOLIET, Ill. — Today, Gov. JB Pritzker joined elected officials and advocates to sign the Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act (CRGA), SB 25, a historic measure state Rep. Robyn Gabel, D-Evanston, led the passage of to lower utility bills for working families while securing Illinois’ long-term energy future. Building upon the Future Energy Jobs Act (FEJA) and the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA), CRGA tackles rising electricity costs driven by private grid operators, expands cost-saving energy resources, and continues to grow Illinois’ clean energy economy across the state.
Hanson-Backed Legislation to Address Rising Energy Costs Signed Into Law
MONTGOMERY, Ill. — A new law signed on Thursday will provide Illinoisans immediate and long-term utility bill relief by bringing down energy costs, thanks to legislation supported by state Rep. Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery.
Ryan Backed Legislation to Reduce Raising Energy Cost Signed Into Law
CHICAGO – Comprehensive legislation to bring down home energy bills, hold large utility corporations accountable and create jobs that state Rep. Rick Ryan, D-Evergreen Park, passed last fall and was signed into law today, marking a victory in his efforts to cut the cost of living.
Moeller Issues Statement as Energy Affordability Measure Becomes Law
ELGIN, Ill. — State Rep. Anna Moeller, D-Elgin, issued the following statement after the Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act was signed into law on Thursday.
Vella Backed Legislation Addressing Rising Energy Cost Signed into Law
ROCKFORD, Ill. – Comprehensive legislation to bring down home energy bills, hold large utility corporations accountable and create jobs that state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, passed last fall and was signed into law today, marking a victory in his efforts to cut the cost of living.
Grasse-Backed Energy Package Aims to Reduce Utility Rates
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – A new energy affordability law backed by state Rep. Nicolle Grasse, D-Arlington Heights, aims to provide relief to Illinoisans facing rising energy costs.
Lisa Hernandez Legislation Lowering Energy Costs Signed into Law
JOLIET, Ill. – Legislation backed by state Rep. Elizabeth ‘Lisa’ Hernandez, D-Cicero, to lower energy costs, expand availability of cheap, renewable energy and make more Illinoisans eligible for home energy programs was signed into law earlier today.