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Introduced
02/07/2025
02/07/2025
In Committee
03/21/2025
03/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Illinois Power Agency Act. Adds and modifies definitions of terms. Authorizes the Illinois Power Agency to conduct competitive solicitations to procure contracted energy storage credits sufficient to achieve certain energy storage standards; to request, review, and accept proposals; to execute contracts; and to procure energy storage credits. Requires the Agency to develop a storage procurement plan. Authorizes the Agency to develop and implement a firm energy resource procurement plan. Makes other changes. Amends the Public Utilities Act. Requires each electric utility to demonstrate sufficient resources devoted to interconnection. Requires the Illinois Commerce Commission to perform specified actions regarding interconnection within 90 days after the effective date of the amendatory Act. In a provision regarding virtual power plant programs, requires each electric utility serving more than 300,000 customers as of January 1, 2023 to propose an initial tariff within 60 days after the effective date of the amendatory Act. In a provision regarding peak remediation programs, requires each electric utility serving more than 300,000 retail customers as of January 1, 2023 to propose an initial tariff within 90 days after the effective date of the amendatory Act. Requires the Commission to establish a working group with relevant stakeholders to develop a stand-alone energy storage distribution deployment program. Provides that, beginning on June 1, 2024, the electric utility shall be entitled to recover through tariffed charges all of the costs associated with the purchase of energy storage credits to meet specified energy storage standards. Requires the Agency to prepare an energy storage resources procurement plan for the procurement of energy storage credits. Requires the Commission to establish an Office of Interconnection and Renewable Development, which shall (i) actively seek input from all interested parties and shall develop a thorough understanding and critical analyses of the tools and techniques used to promote development and remove barriers to development of the projects and devices, and (ii) monitor interconnection between electric utilities and applicants for interconnection and interconnection customers. Sets forth reporting requirements for the Office. Makes other changes. Effective immediately.
AI Summary
This bill introduces comprehensive changes to energy policy in Illinois, with a particular focus on energy storage, renewable resources, and grid modernization. Here's a summary of the key provisions:
This bill amends the Illinois Power Agency Act and the Public Utilities Act to establish a robust energy storage procurement program and create new mechanisms for integrating distributed energy resources into the electric grid. The legislation mandates that electric utilities procure energy storage credits to achieve specific capacity targets: 1,500 megawatts by 2024-25, increasing to 15,000 megawatts by 2034-35. The bill introduces several innovative programs to support this transition, including:
1. A Virtual Power Plant Program that allows aggregators to combine distributed energy resources like solar panels and energy storage systems to provide grid services.
2. A Peak Remediation Program that compensates community renewable generation projects with energy storage for discharging electricity during peak hours.
3. A Stand-Alone Energy Storage Distribution Deployment Program that creates a framework for standalone energy storage systems to interconnect with the grid and receive compensation.
4. An Office of Interconnection and Renewable Development to monitor interconnection processes, identify barriers to renewable energy deployment, and provide oversight.
The bill also emphasizes equity by requiring minimum participation of equity-eligible contractors and persons in energy projects and establishing an Energy Workforce Equity Database. Additionally, it includes provisions for prevailing wage requirements, project labor agreements, and supports the development of renewable energy in environmental justice communities.
The legislation reflects Illinois' commitment to transitioning to 100% clean energy by 2050, promoting grid reliability, reducing carbon emissions, and creating economic opportunities in the clean energy sector.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Kelly M. Cassidy (on 05/09/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=3758&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/HB/10400HB3758.htm |
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