4.1 Fair Transit

4.1 Increase access to and availability and affordability of public transportation to connect communities and ensure transit equity.

Lead Department: Department of Transportation and Highways

FY24 Highlighted Accomplishments:

• Launched the Access Pilot, an income-based reduced fare program for Metra riders.
• Participated in advocacy efforts to reform and fully fund the transit system, including testifying before the Illinois General Assembly Senate Transportation Committee and House Transit Working Group.

Implementation Status: On track – meaningful progress advanced