UTILITY SCAM AWARENESS DAY

This bill declares November 20, 2024, as Utility Scam Awareness Day in Illinois to educate residents about fraud targeting electric, water, and gas customers. It highlights common scam tactics, such as impostors threatening service disconnection to demand immediate payment via gift cards or digital apps, and advises the public to verify any suspicious contacts by calling their utility directly. The resolution serves as a formal acknowledgment of these threats rather than creating new laws or regulations.