Ameren gains FERC nod in Illinois Power deal
Ameren Corp won FERC approval for its 2.3 billion acquisition of Illinois Power, moving the deal toward completion. Remaining approvals lie with Illinois Commerce Commission and the SEC, with expected closure by year end. Illinois Power serves about 1.0 million energy customers in central Illinois and nearby regions.
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Illinois budget restores pork style pet projects amid overtime deal
Lawmakers and Gov. Blagojevich allocate 29 million in reallocated funds for legislative pet projects to secure a 45.5 billion budget pact ending a record overtime session. The move funds meals for homebound residents, wheelchair basketball, education and health initiatives, and preserves arts council funds while directing 23.5 million to colleges and Cook County law enforcement.
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