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IL SB3629
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Terri Bryant
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AI Summary
- Exempts 15 southern Illinois counties from state regulations governing commercial wind energy, solar energy, and energy storage development established by Public Act 102-1123
- Applies to property located south of Interstate 70 in Edwards, Franklin, Hamilton, Jackson, Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, Perry, Randolph, St. Clair, Union, Wabash, Washington, Wayne, and White counties
- Amends Section 5-12020 of the Counties Code (55 ILCS 5/5-12020) regarding commercial wind and solar energy facilities
- Would allow these counties to establish their own, potentially more restrictive siting standards for renewable energy projects rather than following statewide limitations
- Introduced February 5, 2026 by Senator Terri Bryant
Legislative Description
CTY CD-COMMERCIAL WIND/SOLAR
Last Action
Referred to Assignments
2/5/2026
Committee Referrals
Assignments2/5/2026
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