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Introduced
01/29/2025
01/29/2025
In Committee
03/12/2026
03/12/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Metropolitan Transit Authority Act. Provides that the Chicago Transit Authority shall, subject to appropriation, no later than July 1, 2026, establish a program that allows persons 18 or younger who enrolled as a student in a participating institution to use the Authority's buses and trains for transportation to youth programs or youth services without charge. Effective immediately.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Metropolitan Transit Authority Act to require the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) to create a free transportation program for students 18 years old and younger by July 1, 2026. Specifically, the bill mandates that the CTA establish a program allowing students enrolled in participating institutions to ride buses and trains at no cost when traveling to youth programs or youth services. The implementation of this program is contingent upon receiving appropriate funding appropriations. By providing free public transit for young students, the bill aims to increase access to educational, recreational, and support services for youth in the Chicago area, potentially helping students who might face transportation barriers. The bill would take effect immediately upon becoming law, though the actual program implementation is set for no later than mid-2026.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House Transportation: Regulation, Roads & Bridges Committee Hearing (14:00:00 3/24/2026 Room 413 Stratton Building) (on 03/24/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1924&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/HB/10400HB1924.htm |
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