Objective

The region’s infrastructure system is vital to Chicagoland’s economic health. Therefore, the Transportation Infrastructure Committee strives to enhance Chicago’s status as the nation’s transportation hub for rail, highways and aviation and encourages increased efficiency, cost-effectiveness and self-sufficiency in public transportation.

Through the Air Cargo Initiative, the Chamber coordinates advocacy among the air cargo industry, the City of Chicago and the broader business community to help the industry prepare for the challenges it will face in the next generation of air cargo management and logistics.

Committee Action Plans

Support a well-planned and coordinated effort to implement an ongoing infrastructure program.
Promote transportation planning that is consistent with land use plans for the region.
Encourage a prohibition on diverting transportation user fees and taxes for non-transportation programs.
Coordinate efforts among the business community, local governments and the Congressional delegation to maximize federal funding for the region, including:

the modernization of regional aviation facilities
increased investments in transit systems
increased investments in freight rail and intercity passenger rail
opportunity for additional public-private partnerships in support of transportation infrastructure projects.

Transportation Infrastructure Committee

Objective

Committee Action Plans

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