Bill > HB1017

This bill amends the Illinois Power Agency Act by removing the provisions that allowed municipalities, townships, and counties to operate electrical load aggregation programs as opt-out programs for residential and small commercial retail customers. Previously, local government entities could conduct a referendum to implement an opt-out aggregation program, where customers would be automatically enrolled unless they specifically chose to leave the program. Under the proposed changes, these entities would now only be able to implement opt-in aggregation programs, meaning customers must actively choose to participate. The bill maintains other aspects of the existing law, such as requirements for developing aggregation plans, soliciting bids, and holding public hearings. The legislation still allows local governments to aggregate electrical loads, but removes the automatic enrollment mechanism, giving customers more direct control over their electricity service participation. This change aims to provide consumers with more explicit choice in their electrical service arrangements and potentially increase transparency in the aggregation process.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1017&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104