Illinois General Assembly - Bill Status for SB0023

Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Illinois State Auditing Act. Provides that, in calendar years 2025, 2030, 2035, 2040, and 2045, the Auditor General shall conduct a performance audit of (i) the programs and procurement activities administered by the Illinois Power Agency to implement the Renewable Portfolio Standard and (ii) the Adjustable Block program established under the Illinois Power Agency Act. Provides that the performance audits shall address several questions related to renewable energy, solar vendors, and other issues. Provides that performance audits shall each include physical inspections of 3 random solar sites funded through the Adjustable Block program. Provides that the Auditor General shall consult with energy experts in the audit process and may employ an energy consulting firm. Provides for the Auditor General to report findings and recommendations. Repeals the provisions added by this amendatory Act on July 1, 2046. Effective immediately.

Actions

Date	Chamber	Action
1/13/2025	Senate	Filed with Secretary by Sen. Jil Tracy
1/13/2025	Senate	First Reading
1/13/2025	Senate	Referred to Assignments
1/28/2025	Senate	Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Li Arellano, Jr.
2/6/2025	Senate	Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Terri Bryant
2/13/2025	Senate	Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Andrew S. Chesney
2/18/2025	Senate	Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Sally J. Turner
2/19/2025	Senate	Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Laura M. Murphy
5/23/2025	Senate	Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Neil Anderson
5/30/2025	Senate	Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Chris Balkema

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