Illinois legislators and transit stakeholders reflect on delegation trip to Germany

CHICAGO- A bipartisan delegation of state lawmakers and stakeholders representing labor, business, environmental, and transit advocacy groups concluded a public transit delegation trip to Germany last week. The Illinois legislative delegation released the following statement:

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Villivalam hosts sixth subject matter hearing on how funding transit is a statewide priority

SPRINGFIELD — Senate Transportation Chair Ram Villivalam held a subject matter hearing Tuesday to discuss how funding transit is a statewide priority.

“As public transit continues to be a cornerstone of our communities, it is imperative that we have discussions about the current state of transit across Illinois as a whole,” said Villivalam (D-Chicago). “Today, we were able to hear from panelists who spoke to what transit looks like in their region and how funding transit is a necessity to them.”

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Villivalam hosts fifth subject matter hearing on how transit mitigates climate impact

CHICAGO – Senate Transportation Chair Ram Villivalam held a subject matter hearing Thursday to discuss how public transit mitigates climate impact.

“As public transit continues to positively impact our climate, it is imperative that we have discussions about what we can do to continue making progress,” said Villivalam (D-Chicago). “Today’s hearing included discussions about what is being done proactively to ensure that public transit helps mitigate the current climate impact, the importance of public transit to Lake County and North Cook County residents, and what can be done going forward.”

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Villivalam hosts fourth subject matter hearing on the state of public transit and how it is crucial for public health

CHICAGO - Senate Transportation Chair Ram Villivalam held a subject matter hearing Wednesday to discuss how public transit is crucial for public health.

“From reducing emissions to improving mental and physical health, public transit is a crucial part of the health and well-being or our neighbors,” said Villivalam (D-Chicago). “It is imperative that we work toward a public transit system that underpins healthy communities.”

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