Rep. Mike Coffey Issues Statement Following Energy Bill Signed into Law
Springfield, IL…Yesterday, Governor JB Pritzker signed Senate Bill 25 into law, a controversial energy bill expected to raise rates by $8 billion. Opponents of the bill say it’s a dangerous move to gamble on unproven technology to shape the future of energy in Illinois. State Rep. Mike Coffey said he voted no on SB 25 because the language aims to give handouts for special interests, rate hikes for consumers, and takes away local authority from counties and gives it to the state projects
“We should focus on preserving our energy from sources like natural gas, coal, and fossil fuels that work and utilize a strong workforce to meet our demands and keep prices affordable,” said Coffey. “This legislation does nothing to address the rising cost of energy rates for Illinois families and will actually pass billions of dollars of costs to Illinois families and businesses for unproven battery storage projects. If we continue to push these progressive energy policies, Illinoisans will continue to see higher rates, less production, and a less reliable energy supply.”
Senate Bill 25 passed through the General Assembly during Fall veto session. Despite a new study by three state agencies sounding the alarm about electricity shortages in the near future with current policies, the legislation still became law.
For more information contact Rep. Coffey’s office at 217-782-0053 or [email protected].
Representative Mike Coffey serves the constituents of Illinois’ 95th House District that includes parts of Sangamon County, including portions of the City of Springfield and Villages of Chatham and Rochester as well as parts of Macon and Christian Counties.
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