2025-2026 Regular SessionIllinois Legislature

SB0023: AUDIT-IPA RENEWABLE

Legislative Summary

Amends the Illinois State Auditing Act. Provides that, in calendar years 2025, 2030, 2035, 2040, and 2045, the Auditor General shall conduct a performance audit of (i) the programs and procurement activities administered by the Illinois Power Agency to implement the Renewable Portfolio Standard and (ii) the Adjustable Block program established under the Illinois Power Agency Act. Provides that the performance audits shall address several questions related to renewable energy, solar vendors, and other issues. Provides that performance audits shall each include physical inspections of 3 random solar sites funded through the Adjustable Block program. Provides that the Auditor General shall consult with energy experts in the audit process and may employ an energy consulting firm. Provides for the Auditor General to report findings and recommendations. Repeals the provisions added by this amendatory Act on July 1, 2046. Effective immediately.

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Bill History

1/13/2025
Filed with Secretary by Sen. Jil Tracy
Senate
1/13/2025
First Reading
Senate
1/13/2025
Referred to Assignments
Senate
1/28/2025
Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Li Arellano, Jr.
Senate
2/6/2025
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Terri Bryant
Senate
2/13/2025
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Andrew S. Chesney
Senate
2/18/2025
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Sally J. Turner
Senate
2/19/2025
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Laura M. Murphy
Senate
5/23/2025
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Neil Anderson
Senate
5/30/2025
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Chris Balkema
Senate

Status Information

Current Status
Introduced(1/13/2025)
Chamber
Senate
Committee
Assignments(Senate)

Documents

Introduced
Bill Text1/13/202514.6 KB