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IL HB0664
Bill
Status
2/5/2021
Primary Sponsor
Marcus Evans
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AI Summary
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Starting January 1, 2022, Chicago Transit Board shall provide free fixed route public transportation services to high school students eligible for free or reduced price meals under the federal National School Lunch Program or Commodity School Program on days when school is in session.
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Chicago School District shall reimburse the Chicago Transit Board for the regular fare amount for each free fare provided to an eligible student.
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The State of Illinois shall, subject to appropriation, reimburse the Chicago School District for any moneys the District paid to the Transit Board under this program.
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The bill also amends Section 51 of the Metropolitan Transit Authority Act to reference free and reduced transit services for seniors and students.
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The Act takes effect immediately upon becoming law.
Legislative Description
MTA ACT-FREE STUDENT FARES
Last Action
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
3/27/2021