SB3285

PASSENGER RAIL PLANNING ACT

Introduced·2/3/26
Introduced Text

Illinois SB3285 establishes the Passenger Rail Planning Act to enhance passenger rail service across the state.

Illinois SB3285, the Passenger Rail Planning Act, aims to improve passenger rail service by setting target frequencies for intercity and long-distance routes. The Act requires the Illinois Department of Transportation to incorporate these frequencies into the Illinois State Rail Plan and the Long-Range Statewide Transportation Plan. It also mandates coordination with Metropolitan Planning Organizations to identify rail corridors and discuss how regional investments can support these frequency targets.

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Where it stands

Current
Assignments Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 10

3:30 PM

Senate Transportation Committee Hearing

Mar 3

4:00 PM

Senate Transportation Committee Hearing

History

May 15

Senate

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

May 8

Senate

Rule 2-10 Third Reading Deadline Established As May 15, 2026

Apr 17

Senate

Rule 2-10 Third Reading Deadline Established As May 8, 2026