The Latest: Illinois manufacturers criticize Exelon law
PORT BYRON, Ill. — The Latest on Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner signing nuclear plant legislation on Wednesday (all times local):
12:10 p.m.
The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association says Gov. Bruce Rauner weakened Illinois’ job prospects by signing a nuclear-energy subsidy.
Rauner signed the law Wednesday creating a plan to allow Exelon Corp. to keep two unprofitable nuclear plants open with $235 million a year from ratepayers. But he says it will save consumers money by providing a reliable source of energy and through energy efficiency programs.