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Pennsylvania Senate Approves Transit Funding Amid House Resistance

8/13/2025

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The Pennsylvania Senate has approved a crucial transit funding bill to prevent SEPTA service cuts, yet it encounters resistance in the House. The proposal reallocates $292 million from the Public Transportation Trust Fund, sparking worries about future capital projects. Without a resolution by August 24, SEPTA may impose a staggering 20% service reduction and fare hikes.

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The Pennsylvania Senate has approved a crucial transit funding bill to prevent SEPTA service cuts, yet it encounters resistance in the House. The proposal reallocates $292 million from the Public Transportation Trust Fund, sparking worries about future capital projects. Without a resolution by August 24, SEPTA may impose a staggering 20% service reduction and fare hikes.