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IL SB3489
Bill
Status
2/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Sally Turner
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AI Summary
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Creates the Weather Radar Interference Mitigation Act to address wind turbine interference with National Weather Service radar stations during severe weather events
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Requires wind turbine operators to pause turbines located within 40 miles of a weather radar station whenever inclement weather alerts are issued, including winter storm warnings, blizzard warnings, severe thunderstorm warnings, and tornado warnings
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Beginning August 1, 2027, prohibits construction of any wind turbine within 7 miles of a National Weather Service radar station, or turbines taller than 60 meters within 10 miles of such stations
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Violations after a written warning from the county State's Attorney constitute a business offense with fines between $1,000 and $5,000
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Takes effect immediately upon becoming law
Legislative Description
WEATHER RADAR-WIND TURBINES
Last Action
Referred to Assignments
2/5/2026