State Senator Chris Balkema (R-Channahon) issued the following statement after Governor Pritzker signed the energy omnibus law, which eliminates protections on utility rates and puts Illinois families at risk of higher electricity bills.

"I opposed this legislation because it eliminates safeguards that kept utility bills manageable for Illinois families. With energy costs already high, removing these protections will put even more financial pressure on households. I am focusing on driving electricity costs down and making Illinois affordable for families and businesses."