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A sweeping bill overhauling public transportation in Illinois included more than just operations funding and governance reforms.

Peoria and the Quad Cities could see new train service as part of the plan that includes several provisions affecting transit outside Chicagoland.

Lawmakers are hoping to incentivize new developments around transit stops by allowing transit agencies to be involved in construction projects and limiting municipalities from requiring parking spaces near public transportation.

The bill requires some transit agencies to complete several specific infrastructure projects, such as two new CTA “L” stations in Chicago.

The new funding formula for public transportation was controversial for state lawmakers, however, as more money will go toward public t

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