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SB 2456

ENERGY EFFICIENCY-EXT REPEAL

104th Regular Session Introduced by Suzy Glowiak Hilton and 1 co-sponsor

Illinois eliminates energy efficiency exemptions statewide, requiring all entities to comply with state efficiency standards immediately starting June 16, 2025.

Public Act . . . . . . . . . 104-0010
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Bill Summary · SB 2456

Legislative bill overview

SB 2456 repeals Illinois's Energy Efficiency Exemption program, which previously allowed certain entities or facilities to be excluded from state energy efficiency requirements or standards. The bill eliminates these exemptions effective immediately upon the governor's signature on June 16, 2025, meaning all previously exempt parties must now comply with state energy efficiency mandates.

Why is this important

This change affects how broadly Illinois's energy efficiency standards apply across the state. Removing exemptions could increase compliance costs for previously exempt entities while potentially achieving greater statewide energy savings and emissions reductions. The immediate effective date means affected parties have no transition period to adjust operations or budgets.

Potential points of contention

  • Industry compliance burden: Previously exempt businesses, manufacturers, or facilities now face new regulatory obligations and associated costs without a phase-in period
  • Exemption rationale unclear: The bill provides no public explanation for why exemptions existed or why eliminating them now serves the state's interests better
  • Economic impact specificity: The fiscal implications for affected entities and overall state energy costs are not detailed in available information

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

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