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SB 41

CLEAN TRANSPORTATION STANDARD

104th Regular Session Introduced by Javier Cervantes and 4 co-sponsors

Illinois bill requiring utilities and transportation sectors to increase zero-emission vehicle adoption through enforceable clean transportation standards and compliance benchmarks.

Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 22, 2026
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Bill Summary · SB 41

Legislative bill overview

SB 41 establishes a Clean Transportation Standard requiring Illinois to increase the percentage of zero-emission vehicles in the state's transportation fleet over time. The bill sets benchmarks for vehicle electrification across public and potentially private transportation sectors, with compliance mechanisms and timelines to be determined through the legislative process.

Why is this important

Illinois' transportation sector is a major source of greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution. This bill would create enforceable targets to shift vehicle adoption patterns, potentially reducing emissions, improving air quality (particularly in environmental justice communities), and supporting the emerging EV industry and related jobs.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs: The expense of vehicle transitions, charging infrastructure development, and grid upgrades could be substantial, raising questions about who bears these costs (government, businesses, consumers)
  • Rural vs. urban equity: Rural areas may face greater challenges with charging infrastructure and vehicle availability, potentially creating geographic disparities in compliance burden
  • Industry impact timeline: Vehicle manufacturers and fleet operators may argue transition timelines are unrealistic given supply chain constraints, production capacity, and used vehicle market disruptions

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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