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Governor Shapiro Urges Transit Funding to Save SEPTA Services

8/11/2025

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Governor Josh Shapiro passionately called on Pennsylvania lawmakers to approve a vital transit funding bill at SEPTA's Philadelphia headquarters. Facing a staggering $213 million budget deficit, SEPTA warns that without funding by August 14, it will slash 55 bus routes and five rail lines, impacting one million riders who rely on these services.

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Governor Josh Shapiro passionately called on Pennsylvania lawmakers to approve a vital transit funding bill at SEPTA's Philadelphia headquarters. Facing a staggering $213 million budget deficit, SEPTA warns that without funding by August 14, it will slash 55 bus routes and five rail lines, impacting one million riders who rely on these services.