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Illinois American Water Announces More than $280 Million Invested in 2025 Statewide Infrastructure Upgrades
Demonstrating its ongoing commitment to high-quality service, Illinois American Water invested more than $280 million in upgrades and improvements to water and wastewater systems in 2025 throughout its service area across Illinois.
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