Chicago looks to implement stricter rules for migrant bus operators
CHICAGO - As five buses filled with migrants were expected to arrive in Chicago on Friday, the city is looking to implement a new penalty system targeting private bus operators that fail to adhere to regulations on migrant drop-offs.
The newly proposed rule aims to impose penalties on private bus operators who do not comply with specified rules regarding the location and timing of migrant drop-offs. Violations of the established rules can result in fines ranging from $2,000 to $10,000.
Since the summer of 2022, Chicago has seen a significant influx of migrant buses, with a total of 573 buses arriving in the city. Notably, 473 of these buses have entered the city since May 2023.
The new measure is expected to undergo a final vote before the City Council next week. If approved, the rule will add an additional layer of oversight and enforcement regarding the transportation and arrival of migrants in Chicago.
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