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HB 4094

UTILITIES-ROGUE COMPONENTS

104th Regular Session Introduced by Chris Miller

Bill requires Illinois utilities to identify and remove counterfeit or unauthorized components from infrastructure to improve system safety and reliability.

Referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 4094

Legislative bill overview

HB 4094 addresses the use of counterfeit, stolen, or otherwise unauthorized components in utility infrastructure and operations. The bill establishes requirements for utilities to identify and manage "rogue components"—parts that don't meet safety, quality, or authenticity standards—within their systems. It likely creates penalties for utilities that knowingly use such components or fail to implement adequate detection and removal procedures.

Why is this important

Rogue components in utility systems pose serious public safety risks, including potential equipment failures, service disruptions, and infrastructure vulnerabilities. This is particularly critical in electrical grids and water systems where component integrity directly affects public safety. The bill addresses growing concerns about supply chain integrity and counterfeit parts entering critical infrastructure.

Potential points of contention

  • Compliance costs: Utilities may argue that implementing comprehensive component verification systems and replacing existing parts is prohibitively expensive, potentially leading to rate increases for consumers
  • Liability and enforcement: Unclear whether utilities face strict liability for rogue components already in their systems versus only prospective responsibility, and how enforcement burden is distributed
  • Definition scope: "Rogue components" may be defined too broadly (creating compliance nightmares) or too narrowly (limiting actual safety protections), depending on final language

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

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