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🎯 Why We’re Targeting the ICC, Governor, and Local Leaders

Our campaign to reform utility pricing in Illinois is focused on three key groups of decision-makers. Each plays a distinct and critical role in shaping how energy is priced, regulated, and distributed across the state. Here's why we've chosen to direct our petition to them:

⚖️ 1. Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC)

The ICC is the primary regulatory body overseeing public utilities in Illinois. It has the legal authority to:

Approve or deny rate changes proposed by utility companies.
Review cost-of-service analyses and determine whether pricing structures are fair and justified.
Implement reforms that reflect equity, sustainability, and consumer protection.

Why it matters: The ICC is where pricing decisions are made. If we want a two-tier system that distinguishes between business and residential users, the ICC must lead the regulatory change.

Learn more about the ICC’s role

🏛️ 2. Governor of Illinois

The Governor sets the policy tone and priorities for the state and has influence over:

Appointments to the ICC board.
Legislative agendas related to energy, equity, and infrastructure.
Budget allocations for programs like LIHEAP and weatherization assistance.

Why it matters: The Governor can champion our cause, push for legislative support, and ensure that utility reform aligns with broader goals like those in the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA).

Recent energy reform efforts involving the Governor’s office

🏘️ 3. Local Leaders & Mayors

Local governments are closest to the people and can:

Advocate for their communities in state-level discussions.
Pass resolutions supporting utility reform.
Mobilize residents and amplify grassroots pressure.

Why it matters: Mayors and local leaders understand the impact of high utility costs on families. Their support builds momentum and shows that this issue affects every corner of Illinois—from urban centers to rural towns.

Local leaders already speaking out on rate increases

📣 Together, They Can Drive Change

By targeting these three groups, we’re ensuring that our campaign reaches the regulators who set the rules, the executive who shapes policy, and the community leaders who represent our voices. This multi-level strategy gives our petition the best chance to succeed—and to build a utility system that’s fair, just, and sustainable.

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