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Introduced
05/29/2025
05/29/2025
In Committee
05/30/2025
05/30/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Encourages State agencies to regulate the use of electrical lights in State buildings and facilities to better conserve energy and to minimize light pollution. Urges electrical lights in State buildings and facilities to be turned off unless the building or facility or that part of it is occupied, unless the building or facility is open 24-hours a day, limited to the areas and floors that are occupied, or unless the lighting is required for security or safety purposes.
AI Summary
This resolution encourages state agencies in Illinois to regulate electrical lighting in state buildings and facilities as an energy conservation and light pollution reduction measure. The resolution highlights that turning off lights when areas are unoccupied can lead to lower energy bills and a smaller carbon footprint, while also reducing unnecessary artificial light that can negatively impact wildlife and diminish night sky visibility. Specifically, it urges state agencies to turn off electrical lights in buildings and facilities unless the space is currently occupied, the facility operates 24 hours a day (in which case lighting should be limited to occupied areas), or lighting is necessary for security or safety purposes. As a final step, the resolution calls for a copy of the document to be presented to the Secretary of State and all state agencies, signaling an intent to promote awareness and implementation of these energy-saving recommendations.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Rules Committee (on 05/30/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=404&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HR&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/HR/10400HR0404.htm |
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