About

The purpose of the Illinois State Freight Advisory Council is to: 

• Advise the State on freight related priorities, issues, projects, and funding needs. 

• Communicate and coordinate regional priorities and information between the public and private sector regarding freight industry and system needs. 

• Promote the interests of Illinois in improving the freight system in the State to sustain Illinois’ position as the primary freight hub of the United States. 

• Gather and review research and study material. 

• Collaborate with Governors' Illinois Export Advisory Council on freight mobility issues that lead to enhancing Illinois’ competitive advantage in the global markets. 

• Encourage the use of innovative technologies and best practices within the freight transportation sector. 

• Identify obstacles and challenges to efficient freight movement in Illinois. 

• Identify performance measurements, choke points, gaps in the freight network, communicate and coordinate regional priorities and information between public and private sector regarding freight industry and system needs. 

• Develop and enhance working relationships between the State and the carriers as well as with logistics and intermodal terminal operators and commodity groups. 

• Expand coordination with neighboring states and other major economic regions. 

• Identify key freight corridors and connection points for all modes and commodities.