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Illinois Commerce Commission approves rail crossing safety projects and opens citation against Union Pacific

5676192 · August 21, 2025
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The commission approved orders for public safety improvement projects at multiple rail crossings, authorized Grade Crossing Protection Fund assistance, and initiated a formal citation proceeding against Union Pacific for alleged failure to maintain crossings under the Illinois Administrative Code.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — The Illinois Commerce Commission on Aug. 21 approved multiple public-safety improvement projects for rail grade crossings and authorized funding assistance through the Grade Crossing Protection Fund, then initiated a formal citation proceeding against Union Pacific for alleged failures to maintain highway-rail grade crossings. The commission considered items RR1…

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