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Assistance for Income-Eligible Drivers
The Illinois Tollway developed I-PASS Assist so that income-eligible drivers can easily and affordably purchase I-PASS.
What is I-PASS?
| I-PASS is the Illinois Tollway’s electronic toll collection system. An electronic I-PASS transponder, which you mount on your windshield, allows your tolls to be automatically deducted from your pre-paid I-PASS account when you drive through an I-PASS lane. With I-PASS, you also save money. On January 1, 2005, tolls for cash-paying cars doubled while I-PASS rates stayed the same. |
What is I-PASS Assist?
| Since the standard up-front cost of I-PASS ($50) may be a burden for some
budgets, the Tollway designed I-PASS Assist to give income-eligible drivers
access to the savings provided by I-PASS. I-PASS Assist works like a standard
I-PASS account, but allows eligible drivers to purchase and replenish at a discounted
rate of $20. |
Am I eligible for I-PASS Assist?
| If you are enrolled in the Circuit Breaker Program or Medicaid,
you qualify for I-PASS Assist. Contact the Department on Aging (Circuit Breaker)
and the Department of Public Aid (Medicaid) about the criteria for these
programs. |
Where can I purchase I-PASS Assist?
What do I need to purchase I-PASS Assist?
| You must present a valid ID, such as an Illinois Driver's License, as well as
documentation verifying membership in the Circuit Breaker or Medicaid programs.
You may pay for I-PASS Assist with cash, check or credit/debit card. |
How much does I-PASS Assist cost?
I-PASS Assist costs $20, which includes a $10 deposit and $10 in pre-paid
tolls. You must keep your I-PASS replenished in increments of at
least $20 to avoid toll violations.
Automatic Replenishment
This program allows you to pre-authorize payments of $20 from a credit or debit
card to be made to your I-PASS Assist account when your balance falls to $3.00.
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