HB1547

POWERING IL BY COAL

Introduced·1/21/25
Introduced Text

Illinois HB1547 extends deadlines for reducing carbon dioxide emissions for certain electric generating units and large greenhouse gas-emitting units.

HB1547 amends the Environmental Protection Act to extend deadlines for reduced or zero carbon dioxide emissions by 10 years for certain electric generating units (EGUs) and large greenhouse gas-emitting units. The bill defines terms such as "carbon dioxide emission," "cogeneration," "copollutants," "electric generating unit," and "green hydrogen." It also outlines the process for developing a reliability mitigation plan to address resource adequacy and reliability deficiencies, considering factors such as renewable energy, energy storage, demand response, and transmission development.

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History

Sep 9, 2025

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Jason R. Bunting

Aug 12, 2025

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Kevin Schmidt

May 6, 2025

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Amy Elik