Committee supports homeowner solar access bill; also backs microfiber filter and grid-readiness proposals for 2026
The committee agreed to support a homeowner-solar access protection bill that would limit local restrictions on rooftop and small-scale solar; staff will research statutory details. It also expressed support for a Microfiber Act requiring filters in new washing machines and for a "Powering Up Illinois" bill directing utilities to prepare the grid.
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The Lake County Legislative Committee discussed three energy- and environment-related bills Oct. 7 and signaled support or interest in each.
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