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Illinois’ latest six-year infrastructure plan includes $50.6 billion in projects, according to the Illinois Department of Transportation.

That includes $32.5 billion in road and bridge projects in the state and local road systems.

Another $13.8 billion will go to “multimodal” transportation, such as airports, waterways and rail.

About half the funding comes from the federal government, while motor fuel taxes and other related vehicle fees provide most of the state’s portion.

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Illinois on Wednesday unveiled its latest six-year, $50.6 billion infrastructure plan for the state’s roads, bridges, railways, airports and more.

The plan spans all 102 counties and includes $32.5 billion over six ye

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