Schmidt Supports Using ALL Resources to Lower Energy Costs

Energy Reform

High energy costs are eating into family budgets across Illinois. House Republicans are fighting to lower the cost of energy bills and ensure all Illinoisans have access to affordable, reliable energy. I support using all available sources of energy to keep costs down for Illinois residents, including coal and natural gas. Elected officials in Illinois must take action on reforming energy policies now. We have answers, now we need bipartisan support and action. This issue could be addressed during veto session, but we will see what the Democrats focus on.

Here are the answers to lowering energy costs in Illinois:

HB1544- This bill amends the Environmental Protection Act and extends deadlines by 5 years for reduced or zero carbon dioxide emissions.

HB1545- This bill amends the Environmental Protection Act and extends deadlines by 10 years for reduced or zero carbon dioxide emissions.

HB1546- This bill amends the Environmental Protection Act and extends deadlines by 5 years for reduced or zero carbon dioxide emissions by certain electric generating units and large greenhouse gas-emitting units that use coal as a fuel.

HB1547- Extends deadlines for reduced or zero carbon dioxide emissions by 10 years for certain EGUs and large greenhouse gas-emitting units.

SB76- Expands new nuclear power plants