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On the recordApril 13, 2021
Expanding Metra mass transit services to the Chicago suburbs in Kendall County is one of the top priorities for economic opportunity.
Said by
Lauren Underwood
Democratic · Illinois

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Underwood highlights the importance of transit expansion for economic growth in her district.

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