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Gov. Pritzker Signs Legislation Protecting Clean Energy Projects

February 6, 2023 February 7, 2023

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Gov. JB Pritzker signed legislation protecting Illinois-based clean energy projects from a growing number of local bans. HB4412 prevents counties from enacting preemptive local ordinances that outright ban local wind and solar projects, hindering the state’s new climate goals set forth in the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA). The bill passed …

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Analysis: Governor’s FY2023 Budget Address

February 3, 2022 February 3, 2022

Gov. JB Pritzker unveiled his 2023 budget proposal. Check it out to see how and which environmental priorities will be funded next year.

Statement: Gov. Pritzker’s FY23 Budget Proposal a Historic Commitment to Climate Solutions

February 2, 2022 February 2, 2022

(Springfield, IL) – Today, the Illinois Environmental Council (IEC) reacted to Gov. JB Pritzker’s annual State of the State address and FY23 budget proposal issuing the following statement: “The Illinois Environmental Council applauds Gov. JB Pritzker for proposing a state budget that prioritizes resources for combatting climate change, a first in Illinois history. Never before …

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Illinois Environmental Organizations Respond to Gov. Pritzker Signing Midwest Electric Vehicle Agreement

October 1, 2021 August 9, 2022

Call on Governor to Next Tackle Polluting Emissions from Large Trucks CHICAGO– The Illinois Environmental Council (IEC) and other environmental organizations noted below issued the following statement in response to Governor JB Pritzker joining Midwest governors in signing on to the Regional Electric Vehicle for the Midwest Memorandum of Understanding (REV Midwest MOU): “The Illinois …

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Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker Signs Bill to Replace Toxic Lead Service Lines

August 30, 2021 August 31, 2021

New law requires replacement of lead lines, prompts calls for federal funds from Congress CHICAGO (August 30, 2021) – Gov. JB Pritzker signed into law the Lead Service Line Replacement and Notification Act, making Illinois the third state in the nation to require full replacement of lead drinking water pipes, which can deliver toxic lead …

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Analysis: Governor’s 2022 Budget Address

February 17, 2021 February 18, 2021

Gov. JB Pritzker unveiled his 2022 budget proposal. Check it out to see how and which environmental priorities will be funded next year.

Gov. Pritzker’s Mid-term

February 16, 2021 February 16, 2021

IEC’s environmental analysis of Gov. JB Pritzker’s administration midway through his first term.

Analysis: Governor’s 2021 Budget Address

February 19, 2020 February 19, 2020

Initial analysis of the governor’s 2021 budget proposal and it’s impact on environmental priorities.

IEC Responds to Gov. Pritzker’s Climate Remarks

January 29, 2020 January 29, 2020

SPRINGFIELD, IL — Today, Illinois Environmental Council Executive Director Jen Walling released the following statement in response to Gov. JB Pritzker’s remarks regarding climate change and his decision to prioritize clean energy legislation during his 2020 State of the State address: “At a time when the Trump administration is taking major steps backward on climate, …

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Governor Pritzker’s First Year

January 15, 2020 January 15, 2020

Highlighting the environmental successes and some notable missed opportunities during Governor Pritzker’s First Year

Gov. Pritzker Signs Bills Protecting Illinoisans from Cancer-causing Chemicals

June 24, 2019 September 17, 2019

Illinois EPA gains tools to increase regulations on Ethylene Oxide emissions

Governor Pritzker’s First 100 Days

April 24, 2019 January 14, 2020

The Governor of Illinois has significant influence over environmental programs and policy, as well as if, and how, the state leads on these issues. This being the case, IEC welcomed the election of Governor Pritzker, whose campaign promised 100% renewable energy, clean air protections and recognized the importance of our water resources. Now that we …

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FY20 Budget and the Environment

February 21, 2019 November 13, 2019

Governor Pritzker recently introduced his FY20 Budget Proposal in an address to the General Assembly. IEC is pleased that this budget reflects many of our community’s priorities, and will help advance clean energy, preserve natural resources, and protect our air and water. Over the past 4 years, severe budget cuts to agencies and environmental programs resulted in …

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What joining the US Climate Alliance means for Illinois

February 7, 2019 June 17, 2019

As one of his first acts, Governor Pritzker signed Illinois onto the US Climate Alliance

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