Illinois Republican lawmakers Tuesday called for action to address rising energy bills around the state. Gathering a day before the governor’s Budget and State of the State Address, they asked Governor J.B. Pritzker to take action. They also introduced legislation which would allocate $200 million in rebates to affected consumers. The rebates already passed the General Assembly, but no funding has been appropriated yet.

Meanwhile, local county officials are deciding how to deal with the rising utility bill rates.  The spike has Republicans balking about Democrats pushing 'green' and ignoring the coal, oil, and natural gas, all of which are less expensive energy sources.  Too many seniors and families, the GOP states, are suffering as a result.

The Iroquois County Board (Tuesday) voted in support of a resolution to contract with Twin City Energy Services for a locked-in rate to help control the rising cost.  The service-company's spokesperson (Chris Landstrom) explained the current contract with the County expired, bringing much-higher rates; more than twice the current rate.  He said the rates from suppliers are not guaranteed.  Landstrom suggested an All-In rate for a new contract (March '23 thru May 2025).

Landstrom also said the state's push toward 'the green policy' is closing down less expensive coal-power plants.   

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