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SB 2331

LIVESTOCK FACILITY SPACING

104th Regular Session Introduced by Laura Ellman and 1 co-sponsor

Illinois bill establishes minimum distance requirements between new livestock facilities and homes, schools, and sensitive areas to reduce environmental impacts on nearby residents.

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Graciela Guzmán
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Bill Summary · SB 2331

Legislative bill overview

SB 2331 establishes minimum spacing requirements between newly constructed livestock facilities and residential areas, schools, and other sensitive locations in Illinois. The bill sets distance standards that livestock operations must maintain from populated areas to address environmental and quality-of-life concerns.

Why is this important

This legislation addresses conflicts between agricultural expansion and residential development in Illinois, where growing livestock operations can create issues like odor, noise, and water quality impacts for nearby communities. The spacing standards aim to protect public health and property values while clarifying regulatory expectations for farmers planning new facilities.

Potential points of contention

  • Agricultural industry concerns: Livestock producers may argue that strict spacing requirements limit expansion opportunities, increase operational costs, and reduce available land for facilities in already-developed counties
  • Rural vs. urban divide: Implementation challenges exist in determining whether spacing rules apply uniformly statewide or vary by region, potentially disadvantaging farmers in less densely populated areas
  • Existing operations: Clarification needed on whether the bill grandfathers in currently operating facilities or requires retrofitting of existing livestock operations that don't meet new distance standards

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

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