Seniors line up for free transit rides beginning in March

Illinois state officials say about 4,000senior citizens have pre-registered for a new program that will allowthe elderly to ride public transit for free.  During a news conference in downtown Chicago, Governor RodBlagojevich says response has been so strong that the state is adding asecond toll-free number to accommodate callers who are registering forthe program.  The free rides for people over 65 begin in March. They were part ofa contentious deal between the governor and state lawmakers to fundChicago area mass transit.  Seniors can register by calling the Illinois Department on Aging at 1-800-252-8966, 1-800-447-4278 or going online at http://www.illinois.gov/transit.

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