State Senator Laura Fine on the Senate floorSPRINGFIELD – During her time in public service, State Senator Laura Fine (D-Glenview) has worked tirelessly as an environmental advocate, pushing for bold action against climate change. After casting her vote in support of Senate Bill 18, a comprehensive energy policy overhaul that puts Illinois on the path to 100% clean energy, Senator Fine released the following statement:

“As a staunch advocate for environmental policy that protects Illinoisans’ lives and livelihoods, I am proud to support legislation that sets Illinois on a path to a cleaner, carbon-free future by transitioning to clean electricity generation by 2050, protecting our planet and our children for decades to come.

“The groundbreaking reforms contained in this comprehensive clean energy plan—the largest investment in renewable energy in Illinois’ history—will fight climate change and put true environmental justice within reach for impacted communities across Illinois.”