SB3579

SB3579 regulates the acquisition of water or sewer utilities by large public utilities in Illinois, including referendum requirements, rate setting.

SB3579 amends the Public Utilities Act to establish procedures for large public utilities to acquire water or sewer utilities. If the utility being acquired is owned by the state or a political subdivision, a referendum must be held. The bill outlines the process for setting rates post-acquisition, including the use of appraisals and recommendations by the acquiring utility. It also prohibits the termination of water or sewer utility service to residential users for nonpayment during extreme weather conditions.