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Deal Near On Chicago Transit Rescue Plan
After months of bargaining, a near agreement emerges on Gov. Thompson’s billion dollar plan to raise state sales and alcohol taxes to fund the ailing Regional Transportation Authority. Leaders differ on support within the General Assembly as Chicago officials push for a $420 million three year RTA need, with adjustments discussed to shift funds from highways. Meanwhile, a Cook County judge blocked July fare hikes for two commuter railroads, saying the RTA should set fares, and the ICC plans faced a temporary halt.
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Springfield
Chicago Area
James R. Thompson
Thompson
House
Senate
General Assembly
RTA
Chicago
Michael Madigan
Madigan
Treasury
Jane Byrne
Cook County
Richard L. Curry
Illinois Commerce Commission
Curry
ICC
Burlington Northern
Illinois Central Gulf