HB4419

COUNTY/MUNI-NATURAL GAS

Introduced·1/14/26
Introduced Text

Illinois HB4419 prohibits counties and municipalities from banning natural gas in new construction without a referendum.

Illinois HB4419 amends the Counties Code and the Illinois Municipal Code to prevent counties and municipalities from enacting regulations that prohibit or effectively ban the use of natural gas in new construction. This prohibition applies unless a referendum is held. The bill also limits the concurrent exercise of home rule powers by these local governments, aligning with the Illinois Constitution.

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Rules Committee
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History

Jan 14

House

Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Jackie Haas

Jan 14

House

First Reading

Jan 14

House

Referred to Rules Committee