Illinois SB2267 amends the Environmental Protection Act to revise local siting review criteria for new pollution control facilities.
Illinois SB2267 amends the Environmental Protection Act to revise the criteria for local siting review of new pollution control facilities. The bill specifies that county boards or municipal governing bodies must consider factors such as the necessity of the facility, public health and safety, compatibility with the surrounding area, and minimization of environmental impacts. It also mandates public hearings and requires written decisions from local authorities.
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