Illinois § 9-228
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 9-228, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9-228.
Limits on public utility expenses. The Commission shall not consider any of the following as an expense of any public utility company, including any allocation of those costs to the public utility from an affiliate or corporate parent, for the purpose of determining any rate or charge, any amount expended for: (1) the pension or other post-employment benefits for an employee convicted of committing a criminal act in the course of his or her work with the utility; (2) any severance or post-employment costs for an employee convicted of committing a criminal act in the course of his or her work with the utility; or (3) criminal penalties, fines, fees, and costs related to criminal charges, criminal investigations, or deferred prosecution agreements. (Source: P.A. 102-662, eff. 9-15-21.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 9-228
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 9-228 cover?
Section 9-228 is part of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, the codified statutory law of Illinois. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Illinois § 9-228?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 9-228 apply to my situation?
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