As introduced: - Establishes the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) Transit Police Department, composed of sworn law enforcement officers who will exclusively perform all security functions, and requires the department to deploy 3-officer safety teams who will move continously through trains, buses, and stations. - Requires the CTA to implement a pilot program deploying AI-based weapon-detection scanners in 5 to 10 high-crime stations and major bus hubs. - Requires the CTA to implement a limited facial recognition pilot program to identify individuals with active violent-felony warrants or those prohibited from using CTA services.
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
Feb 24, 2026 | S | Filed with Secretary by Sen. Willie Preston |
Feb 24, 2026 | S | First Reading |
Feb 24, 2026 | S | Referred to Assignments |
| Last Action | Feb 24, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Year | 2025 |
| Bill Type | Bill |
| Created | Mar 21, 2026 |
| Updated | Feb 26, 2026 |