Illinois 104th General Assembly Status: Introduced 4 D cosponsors

SB1521      — ELECTRIC VEHICLE REBATE-BIKES

Last action — Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed House
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced February 04, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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In plain language

The bill allows rebates for electric bicycle purchases in Illinois starting July 2026.

Beginning July 1, 2026, people in Illinois can apply for rebates on electric bicycles. The rebate cannot exceed the purchase price, and applicants must meet specific eligibility requirements.

What this means for you
  • Workers: This allows workers looking for eco-friendly transportation options to benefit from financial incentives.
  • Consumers: This means consumers in Illinois can receive financial support when purchasing an electric bicycle.

Summary

Amends the Electric Vehicle Rebate Act. Provides that, beginning July 1, 2026, and continuing as long as funds are available, a person may apply for a rebate in specified amounts following the purchase of an electric bicycle in Illinois. Prohibits the rebate amount from exceeding the purchase price of the electric bicycle. Contains eligibility requirements. Requires a person who is awarded a rebate to retain ownership of the electric bicycle for a minimum of 12 consecutive months. Provides that a person may apply for and receive a rebate only once in a 10-year period and that only one rebate may be awarded per person per electric bicycle. Contains other provisions.

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

  2. Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 22, 2026

  3. Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 15, 2026

  4. Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 24, 2026

  5. Re-assigned to Appropriations

  6. Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

  7. Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As June 1, 2025

  8. Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025

  9. Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As May 9, 2025

  10. Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Sara Feigenholtz

  11. Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 11, 2025

  12. Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Rachel Ventura

  13. Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Robert Peters

  14. Assigned to Appropriations

  15. Referred to Assignments

  16. First Reading

  17. Filed with Secretary by Sen. Graciela Guzmán

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 3 co-sponsors · 179 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (3)

Not signed on (179)

179 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does SB1521      do?
Amends the Electric Vehicle Rebate Act. Provides that, beginning July 1, 2026, and continuing as long as funds are available, a person may apply for a rebate in specified amounts following the purchase of an electric bicycle in Illinois. Prohibits the rebate amount from exceeding the purchase price of the electric bicycle. Contains eligibility requirements. Requires a person who is awarded a rebate to retain ownership of the electric bicycle for a minimum of 12 consecutive months. Provides that a person may apply for and receive a rebate only once in a 10-year period and that only one rebate may be awarded per person per electric bicycle. Contains other provisions.
Who sponsors SB1521     ?
SB1521      is sponsored by Graciela Guzmán (Democrat), Robert Peters (Democrat), Rachel Ventura (Democrat), and Sara Feigenholtz (Democrat).
What is the current status of SB1521     ?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced February 04, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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