Bill > SB2722

This bill amends the Electric Transmission Systems Construction Standards Act to refine definitions and requirements for construction contractors working on electric transmission systems. The bill narrows the definition of "construction contractor" to specifically mean non-utility entities responsible for construction, installation, maintenance, or repair of electric transmission systems, and excludes facilities not functionally classified as transmission systems from the definition of "electric transmission systems". The legislation mandates that all construction contractors must pay employees wages and benefits consistent with the Prevailing Wage Act and demonstrate employee competence through either completing an accredited apprenticeship program or having a minimum of two years of direct employment in their specific work function. Additionally, the bill requires employees to complete OSHA-certified safety training and introduces a Diversity Plan requirement, where contractors must set goals for apprenticeship and work hours performed by minorities and women, and report spending with women-owned, minority-owned, veteran-owned, and small business enterprises. The Illinois Commerce Commission will oversee compliance with these new standards, which aim to ensure safety, reliability, and diversity in electric transmission system construction and maintenance.

https://www.ilga.gov/Legislation/BillStatus?DocNum=2722&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104