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IL HR0784

Resolution

Status

Passed

5/10/2018

Primary Sponsor

Marcus Evans

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Origin

House of Representatives

100th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Urges the U.S. Department of Transportation to prioritize funding for the Chicago Transit Authority's proposed Red Line extension from 95th Street to 130th Street

  • Extension would add 5.3 miles of track with four new stations near 103rd Street, 111th Street, Michigan Avenue, and 130th Street, each including bus and parking facilities

  • Project is part of the broader Red Ahead Program to extend and enhance the entire Red Line, subject to funding availability

  • Identifies benefits including reduced commute times, improved mobility for transit-dependent residents, economic development, and connections to affordable housing, jobs, services, and educational opportunities

  • Directs copies of the resolution to the U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary, President, congressional leadership, and all members of the Illinois Congressional Delegation

Legislative Description

RED LINE EXTENSION-FUNDING

Last Action

Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Justin Slaughter

5/10/2018

Committee Referrals

Transportation, Regulation, Roads & Bridges2/26/2018
Rules1/31/2018

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