Lawmakers Consider Statewide Delivery Tax for Chicago Transit
Illinois lawmakers are considering a statewide delivery tax on services like DoorDash and Uber Eats to fund Chicago's transit system.
The tax would affect all Illinois residents who shop online, regardless of whether they use the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), Metra, or Pace.
Illinois House Speaker Chris Welch stated that a delivery tax could still be used to help fund Chicago's mass transit system, although it would be lower than the initial proposal of $1.50.
- The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) faces a $230 million shortfall in 2025.
- The shortfall is expected to increase to $790 million in 2027 and nearly $890 million by 2028.
The proposed delivery tax has drawn criticism from some Republicans.
Author's summary: Lawmakers consider a delivery tax to fund Chicago transit.