The RTA Board voted to adopt the 2026 regional transit operating budget and 2026-2030 capital program. With the fiscal cliff averted after the signing of the Northern Illinois Transit Authority Act, the budget highlights service enhancements, safety improvements, and the transition to a new regional agency.
On December 16 Gov. JB Pritzker signed SB 2111, a landmark transit funding and reform bill that includes an estimated $1.2 billion in new annual operating funding for CTA, Metra, and Pace. Learn what this means for riders.
The enhancements streamline rider applications for Reduced Fare, Ride Free, and Access Pilot programs.
Effective October 1, fixed-route CTA, Pace, and Metra is free for ADA paratransit certified riders.
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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