SPRINGFIELD - With legislators back in Springfield, AARP Illinois, other advocacy groups and community organizations are bringing the voice of Illinois consumers to the State Capitol to ensure the Governor's veto of Senate Bill 1652 stands. The legislation, pushed by ComEd and Ameren, would increase electric rates annually for the next ten years, while eroding regulation that protects consumers. Today hundreds of residents from across the state, joined by Lt. Gov. Sheila Simon, will rally outside AARP Illinois' State Office in Springfield, before visiting legislators in the Capitol.
TIME: 1 p.m.
DATE: Tuesday, Oct. 25
PLACE: Outside AARP headquarters, corner of College and Edwards, Springfield
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