SPRINGFIELD, IL- Senator Chris Balkema (R-Channahon) is highlighting a historic level of infrastructure investment coming to the 53rd Senate District under Illinois’ newly proposed $50.6 billion multi-year construction plan.
“This plan represents a major investment in the communities of the 53rd District,” Senator Balkema said. “Our families, farmers, and small businesses rely on safe, dependable roads every day, and this funding will help improve quality of life while supporting local jobs and economic growth.”
Under the Fiscal Year 2026-31 Rebuild Illinois Highway Improvement Program, the 53rd District will see:
- 171 state highway projects with an estimated total cost of more than $900 million.
- 50 local highway projects totaling more than $65 million in improvements.
“These dollars mean safer roads for families, less wear and tear on vehicles, and better connections for the businesses and farms that drive our region’s economy,” Sen. Balkema said. “It’s about making sure our communities get their fair share of resources and ensuring the 53rd District continues to thrive.”
The statewide plan builds on the successes of Rebuild Illinois, the state’s largest-ever capital program, first passed in 2019. Over the next six years, it will dedicate billions to roads and bridges, while also supporting transit, rail, aviation, and pedestrian and bicycle improvements.
One can view the full list of District 53 highway projects here.