Illinois Democrats Pass 'Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act' to Combat Rising Electricity Costs
Illinois Democrats have passed a significant energy act, the 'Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act' (SB 25), to tackle rising electricity costs and future price increases. The act was championed by Democratic state Representative Jay Hoffman and Senators Steve Stadelman and Bill Cunningham.
The new legislation aims to boost battery storage, enhance energy efficiency targets, and facilitate the deployment of virtual power plants. These measures are expected to stabilise electricity rates and improve grid reliability.
State Representative Jay Hoffman, a key sponsor of the act, cautioned that without intervention, electricity rates would continue to soar significantly. The act's passage was driven by concerns about surging electricity bills, exacerbated by policies of the Trump administration and the expansion of AI data centers.
The 'Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act' (SB 25) has been passed by both the Illinois Senate and House along party lines. This legislation is set to bolster Illinois' clean energy sector, enhance grid resilience, and provide relief to consumers facing escalating electricity costs.
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