This document describes Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) staff’s interpretations of the legislation. This document is meant to be used by local governments for informational purposes only. It is neither an official record of how the funding will be administered nor a call for projects.

On November 15, President Biden signed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), a $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill that makes generational investments for rebuilding the nation’s roads, bridges, and rails. More than $567 billion in funding will go toward projects and programs that affect every aspect of transportation. It expands access to clean drinking water, addresses climate change, strengthens the nation’s broadband infrastructure, and supports safer travel.

IIJA reauthorizes transportation programs for the next five years (FY2022-26). This update focuses on key transportation provisions in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

*Note: The Illinois funding estimates within this update were provided by the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Funding estimates for Illinois are highlighted in this document.*