Transportation

signed · Illinois · Senate Aug 7, 2026

SB 2696: QUICK-TAKE-HOFFMAN ESTATES

Amends the Eminent Domain Act. Authorizes quick-take proceedings by the Village of Hoffman Estates for a period of one year after the effective date of the amendatory Act for the acquisition of specified property for the purpose of constructing improvements on portions of Shoe Factory Road from Essex Drive to Beverly Road, along with portions of Beverly Road and Rohrssen Road connecting to Shoe Factory Road. Repeals the provisions 2 years after the effective date of the amendatory Act. Effective immediately.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAuthorizes eminent domain for road construction improvements on Shoe Factory Road, advancing transportation infrastructure through property acquisition for road projects.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Illinois · Senate Jul 31, 2026

SB 3275: IDOT-INTERSECTION REVIEW

Amends the Department of Transportation Law of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois. Requires the Department of Transportation to create an expedited process for municipalities or counties to submit a request for an expedited review for intersections on State roads.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationCreates expedited process for intersection reviews on State roads, enabling faster infrastructure improvements and safety enhancements.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Illinois · House Jul 24, 2026

HB 3743: SCH CD-RAILROAD SAFETY

Amends the School Code. Requires each school district to include in its handbook for grades kindergarten through 12 railroad safety messaging. Allows a school to opt-out of the messaging requirement if the school district votes that the inclusion of such messaging is unnecessary.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires railroad safety messaging in school handbooks, enhancing transportation safety awareness per bill title and summary.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

passed both · Illinois · House Jul 1, 2026

HB 5281: VEH CD-RECORDS

Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that for the purpose of providing the Secretary of State with records necessary to impose a revocation, upon filing with the clerk of court, the clerk shall forward in a manner and form prescribed by the Secretary (i) a copy of a Uniform Citation and Complaint where the officer indicated a crash type of fatal, (ii) a copy of information or an indictment in which a person is charged with a violation of the Code that resulted in the death of another person, or (iii) a copy of information or an indictment in which a person is charged with reckless homicide. Allows the Secretary to adopt rules to implement the provisions. Provides that the Act may be referred to as the Protz-Liddy Act. Effective January 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAmends Vehicle Code to require fatal crash records for license revocation enforcement, directly enhancing traffic safety compliance and accountability.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Illinois · House Jun 1, 2026

HR 946: SUPPORT-HIGH SPEED RAIL ACT

Expresses strong support for the American High Speed Rail Act of 2026 and commends Illinois congressional delegation members for their leadership as original cosponsors of this landmark legislation. Urges the United States Congress to advance and pass the American High Speed Rail Act of 2026 and to ensure that any federal surface transportation reauthorization package includes substantial, dedicated funding for high-speed and higher-speed rail development nationwide. Calls upon the Trump administration to include robust funding for high-speed rail in its federal budget proposals. Affirms support for the ongoing work of the Illinois High Speed Rail Commission and the Illinois Department of Transportation in developing a statewide high-speed rail plan. Recognizes this state-level planning effort represents the kind of serious groundwork that merits strong federal investment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill urges Congress to pass legislation including substantial, dedicated funding for high-speed rail, indicating support for increased government spending on infrastructure.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyHigh-speed rail is a clean energy transportation mode that reduces fossil fuel dependence; the bill advocates for its funding and development.70% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentHigh-speed rail reduces reliance on cars and flights, lowering greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainable transportation.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly urges Congress to pass high-speed rail legislation and include dedicated funding for rail development, directly advancing transportation infrastructure.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Illinois · House Jun 1, 2026

HB 4187: IDOT-LAND LEASE

Amends the Department of Transportation Law. Provides that, in counties with a population of more than 3,000,000, a lease for pedestrian infrastructure over a State highway initially entered into within one year after the effective date of the amendatory Act may be for a period of time no longer than 35 years. Provides that the land or property shall be leased by the Department of Transportation at fair market value and meet all other statutory requirements.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enables pedestrian infrastructure development on highways via standardized 35-year leases at fair market value, directly advancing transportation infrastructure expansion.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Illinois · House May 28, 2026

HR 668: AIRLINES-MIN. SEAT STANDARDS

Urges commercial airlines operating in the United States to adopt reasonable minimum passenger seating standards that reflect modern body dimensions and support basic comfort, safety, and mobility for the general public. Calls upon federal aviation and transportation regulators to study and establish minimum standards for seat width, legroom, and pitch informed by public health data, disability access considerations, and passenger safety research. Encourages airlines to ensure seating practices do not discriminate against or unduly burden passengers with disabilities or health-related needs, and that reasonable accommodation not be treated as a premium add-on. Urges greater pricing and seating transparency, including clear disclosure of seat dimensions and legroom at the time of ticket purchase, so consumers can make informed travel decisions without surprise fees.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates minimum seat standards for airline passenger safety and comfort, advancing transportation safety regulations in aviation.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Illinois · House May 13, 2026

HB 4382: VEH CD-GRADUATED LICENSES

Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that if a graduated driver's license holder who is under the age of 18 is convicted of violating State law while operating a motor vehicle with more than one passenger in the vehicle who is under the age of 20, unless any additional passenger or passengers are siblings, step-siblings, children, or stepchildren of the driver, and that results in bodily harm, permanent disability, or death to another, the graduated license shall be suspended for 6 months. Effective immediately.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill strengthens vehicle safety standards by restricting passenger rules for young drivers, reducing accident risks per Illinois Vehicle Code amendment.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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in committee · Illinois · House Apr 17, 2026

HB 4759: GREEN LIGHT FOR BUSES

Creates the Green Light for Buses Act. Establishes the Committee on Efficient Arterial Signal Infrastructure to make recommendations to improve public transit efficiency via improvements to traffic signal infrastructure. Publishes a report to the Department of Transportation for inclusion in the Public Transportation Plan. Grants implementing authority. Defines terms. Effective immediately.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentImproves public transit efficiency via traffic signal infrastructure, reducing vehicle emissions and congestion - aligns with environmental protection goals.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes committee to improve public transit efficiency via traffic signal infrastructure, directly advancing transportation infrastructure and public transit operations.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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in committee · Illinois · House Apr 17, 2026

HB 5576: NITA-PARATRANSIT SERVICES

Amends the Regional Transportation Authority Act. Provides that the Northern Illinois Transit Authority may not withdraw moneys from the Authority's ADA Paratransit Fund unless the Authority: (1) implements a program to collect data about the reliability of paratransit services that evaluates each driver's performance; (2) requires regular training sessions, including training to assist visually impaired and deaf riders traveling door-to-door, for drivers who received poor evaluations; and (3) requires all reservation methods to permit caregivers to book rides for visually impaired and deaf riders.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates performance data collection and specialized driver training to enhance ADA paratransit service reliability and accessibility for disabled riders, strengthening public transit accessibility standards.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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