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SB 247

EPA-FILING FEES

104th Regular Session Introduced by Adriane Johnson

SB 247 modifies EPA-related filing fees in Illinois, affecting compliance costs for regulated businesses and state environmental agency funding.

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Bill Summary · SB 247

Legislative bill overview

SB 247 appears to address filing fees associated with EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) compliance or environmental permit applications in Illinois. Based on the title, the bill likely modifies, establishes, or adjusts fees that individuals or businesses must pay when submitting documents to state environmental agencies or when filing for EPA-related permits and compliance matters.

Why is this important

Filing fees directly affect the cost of doing business for industries subject to environmental regulation, including manufacturing, waste management, and energy production. Changes to these fees can impact small businesses' ability to operate, state revenue collection, and the accessibility of environmental compliance for different-sized enterprises.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost burden on small businesses: Higher fees could disproportionately affect smaller companies with limited compliance budgets, while larger corporations absorb costs more easily
  • State revenue implications: Fee adjustments affect Illinois's environmental agency funding; increases generate revenue but may face industry opposition, while decreases reduce available resources for environmental oversight
  • Regulatory competitiveness: Illinois's filing fees relative to neighboring states could influence business location decisions and industrial recruitment efforts

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

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