Bill > HB4067

This bill introduces the Conservation of Energy in State Government Act, which mandates energy conservation through strategic management of electrical lighting in state buildings and facilities. The legislation requires that electrical lights be turned off in state-owned buildings unless specific conditions are met: the building or a specific area is currently occupied, the facility operates 24 hours a day, or the lighting is necessary for security or safety reasons. The bill's underlying policy aims to reduce unnecessary energy consumption, lower energy costs, decrease the state's carbon footprint, and minimize light pollution. By addressing light pollution, the bill also seeks to protect wildlife, preserve natural animal behaviors, and maintain the visibility of the night sky. The proposed regulation applies broadly to all state buildings and facilities, providing a straightforward approach to energy conservation that can be easily implemented by state government agencies.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=4067&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104