SB3085

PASSENGER RAIL PLANNING ACT

Introduced·1/29/26
Introduced Text

Illinois SB3085 establishes target frequencies for intercity passenger rail routes and integrates them into statewide planning.

Illinois SB3085, the Passenger Rail Planning Act, sets aspirational frequencies for intercity passenger rail routes serving or originating in Illinois. The Department of Transportation must incorporate these frequencies into the Illinois State Rail Plan and the Long-Range Statewide Transportation Plan. The bill identifies specific corridors, such as Chicago to Milwaukee and Chicago to Madison to St. Paul, with designated service levels.

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History

Jan 29

Senate

Filed with Secretary by Sen. Ram Villivalam

Jan 29

Senate

First Reading

Jan 29

Senate

Referred to Assignments