The RTA, CTA, Metra, and Pace are requesting input on a proposed amendment to the 2026 Operating Budget to allocate some of this new funding to key rider-focused improvements in alignment with the NITA Act.
Join the RTA’s virtual Transit is the Answer Coalition meeting to hear an update on the agency's transition to NITA and provide feedback on the proposed 2026 Operating Budget Amendment.
Every year, the RTA assists local governments on planning projects through two programs: Community Planning and Access to Transit. Explore the 2025 Annual Report, highlighting 26 of these projects around the region that are starting soon, in progress, or recently completed.
As the region transitions to NITA, the capital planning process will be refined, shaping how new capital funds included in the NITA Act are allocated.
A government agency created by the State of Illinois to coordinate the Chicago region’s transit system, oversee its financing with transparency and accountability, and plan for a future with adequate, accessible, and equitable public transportation for the six counties of Northeastern Illinois. Learn more about the work we do...
For the Region
Learn about regional planning and collaboration, innovative mobility pilots, and how the transit system is performing.
For Communities
Find out how your community can apply for funding to plan and implement transit-friendly policies.
For Riders
Plan your trip and learn how we are making the system more affordable and accessible for all.
Learn how the RTA is making a difference for riders in communities across the Chicago region.
View ridership statistics, maps, and find out where we are investing in transit infrastructure near you on RTAMS, the Regional Transportation Authority Mapping and Statistics website.
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