HB3499

NET ELECTRICITY METERING

Chamber Passed·4/11/25

HB3499 amends the Public Utilities Act to enhance net metering and renewable energy integration in Illinois.

HB3499 modifies the Public Utilities Act to refine net metering processes, ensuring fair billing and crediting for renewable energy generation. It mandates electricity providers to measure and credit net electricity for eligible customers using bi-directional meters. The bill also establishes retail choice and referral programs to incentivize customers to switch to alternative electric suppliers, offering incentives like discounts. Additionally, it creates an Interconnection Working Group to address interconnection issues, aiming to streamline processes and reduce costs.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 75–39 · Apr 11, 2025
Current
Assignments Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Third Reading in House

75 Yea

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39 Nay

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1 Not Voting

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Calendar

Mar 19, 2025

8:00 AM

Public Utilities Committee Hearing

Mar 18, 2025

2:00 PM

Public Utilities Committee Hearing

History

Jun 2, 2025

Senate

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

May 23, 2025

Senate

Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As June 1, 2025

May 9, 2025

Senate

Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As May 23, 2025