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Illinois Targets Copper Theft with New Law | Peoria News
Illinois just cracked down on copper wire theft with a new law taking effect January 1, 2027—making it illegal for anyone without a utility license to buy or sell telecom wire, and banning cash deals over $100 for copper-related materials. Designed to cut off the financial incentive for thieves who strip wiring and resell scrap, this bipartisan-backed measure aims to protect infrastructure and disrupt the black market fueling these crimes, especially in the St. Louis region. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on…
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