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Gov. Pritzker’s administration says $130 million in federal funding promised to Illinois for expansion of affordable rooftop solar was illegally halted.
Oct 02, 2025
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Almost $600 million in promised grants to businesses and local governments rescinded. The moves are politically motivated, say both Sens. Tammy Duckworth and Dick Durbin.
Gov. Pritzker’s administration says $130 million in federal funding promised to Illinois for expansion of affordable rooftop solar was illegally halted.
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