This bill boosts development of renewable energy and infrastructure. It eases regulation of new transmission lines to aid in getting solar and wind power to the grid. It incentivizes the building of grid-scale battery storage. The bill also protects renewable energy firms from pricing spikes if renewable credits do not provide sufficient funding.
Current Bill Status: Passed
What You Need to Know
Read Article – https://www.nprillinois.org/economy-business/2025-01-10/lawmakers-give-small-boost-to-renewable-developments-delay-broader-reform
Read the Bill
HB 587 Bill Text -View the exact language of the bill
Voting Record
HB 587 House VoteView the House vote record for this bill
HB 587 Senate VoteView the Senate vote record for this bill
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