SB1609

$EPA-EMERGING CONTAMINANTS

Introduced·2/4/25
Introduced Text

Illinois SB1609 appropriates annual funding to address emerging drinking water contaminants.

Illinois SB1609 amends the Environmental Protection Act by adding a section that ensures annual appropriations to the Agency for addressing emerging drinking water contaminants. The bill appropriates funds from the General Revenue Fund to the Agency, ensuring the total annual appropriation does not fall below $5,000,000. This funding aims to mitigate risks to public health and safety posed by contaminants that threaten drinking water supplies in the state.

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History

Jul 2, 2025

Senate

Pursuant to Senate Rule 3-9(b) / Referred to Assignments

Mar 21, 2025

Senate

Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 11, 2025

Feb 11, 2025

Senate

Assigned to Appropriations