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SB 1534 Illinois Senate · 104th Regular Session

COUNTY/MUNI-NATURAL GAS

Summary
Amends the Counties Code and Illinois Municipal Code. Provides that a county or municipality may not adopt any regulation that prohibits or has the effect of prohibiting the use of natural gas in new construction without a referendum. Limits the concurrent exercise of home rule powers.
Issues: ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyPrevents local bans on natural gas use in new construction, supporting fossil fuel infrastructure over renewable energy policies.90% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentPrevents local bans on natural gas use, weakening potential environmental regulations that could reduce fossil fuel reliance and emissions.85% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 4, 2025 Last action Feb 4, 2025
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Patrick Joyce
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