![Construction workers are building the foundation for new tracks at a train crossing at Ash and Third streets in Springfield. The city is hoping for money in an infrastructure bill to pay for the rest of the project.](https://will.illinois.edu/images/uploads/53605/railproject3_edited_0__medium.jpg)
Why There’s A Push To Change How Illinois Funds Road Projects
For decades, lawmakers would trade votes to get a new bridge in their district for a tough vote on a tax increase to fund infrastructure. But legislators are considering a proposal to get rid of that practice.