Skip to content

Illinois Approves Google-Backed Carbon Capture Deal, Strengthens Migrant Sanctuary Policies, and Boosts Mass Transit Funding

Illinois lawmakers worked through the night to pass significant energy and immigration policies. Google's support for carbon capture and increased funding for mass transit show a commitment to sustainability and infrastructure improvement.

Here we can see a train track. Posters are on the wall.
Here we can see a train track. Posters are on the wall.

Illinois Approves Google-Backed Carbon Capture Deal, Strengthens Migrant Sanctuary Policies, and Boosts Mass Transit Funding

Illinois has witnessed significant developments in its energy policy and migrant sanctuary measures. Google has supported a carbon capture power deal, while lawmakers approved enhancements to migrant sanctuary policies and a tax increase for mass transit in the United States.

The Illinois State Capitol worked through the night, with legislative sessions lasting into the early morning hours on Friday. During this extended session, several notable bills were approved.

One such bill was an energy policy measure, backed by tech giant Google. This measure supports the first carbon capture power deal in Illinois, a significant step towards promoting clean energy. Meanwhile, lawmakers also approved enhancements to Illinois' migrant sanctuary policies, further strengthening the state's stance on immigration.

In addition, a tax increase was approved to fund mass transit. This move aims to improve and expand public transportation services across the state. The session also saw the approval of a broader energy policy bill, indicating a strong focus on sustainability and infrastructure development.

The Illinois State Capitol's overnight session has resulted in several key approvals. Google's support for a carbon capture power deal signals a commitment to clean energy, while enhancements to migrant sanctuary policies reflect Illinois' stance on immigration. The approved tax increase for mass transit, along with the broader energy policy bill, demonstrates the state's dedication to improving infrastructure and promoting sustainability in the USA.

Read also:

Latest