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IL HB6165

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/11/2016

Primary Sponsor

Emily McAsey

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Origin

House of Representatives

99th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends the Illinois Gas Pipeline Safety Act by adding liability insurance requirements for gas pipeline operators and owners.

  • Requires persons engaged in gas transportation or operating pipeline facilities to procure and maintain $100,000,000 in general liability insurance from an independent third-party insurance agent.

  • Requires persons engaged in gas transportation or operating pipeline facilities to maintain $25,000,000 in environmental impairment liability insurance.

  • Preserves existing requirements for operators to comply with safety standards, maintain inspection and maintenance plans, keep records, and report accidents to the Commission.

Legislative Description

GAS PIPELINE SAFETY ACT-INS

Last Action

House Committee Amendment No. 2 Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

4/22/2016

Committee Referrals

Rules4/22/2016
Public Utilities4/12/2016
Rules4/8/2016
Public Utilities3/23/2016
Rules2/11/2016

Full Bill Text

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