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SEPTA Workers Authorize Strike, Threaten Transit Shutdown

11/17/2025

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SEPTA union members of Transport Workers Union Local 234 voted to authorize a strike.
Union President John Samuelsen warned that without concessions from SEPTA, they would shut Philly down.
Workers have been without a contract since November 7, and sick pay and a two-year agreement are core issues.
SEPTA plans further talks Tuesday, and a strike could disrupt transit for hundreds of thousands of Philadelphia riders.

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SEPTA union members of Transport Workers Union Local 234 voted to authorize a strike.
Union President John Samuelsen warned that without concessions from SEPTA, they would shut Philly down.
Workers have been without a contract since November 7, and sick pay and a two-year agreement are core issues.
SEPTA plans further talks Tuesday, and a strike could disrupt transit for hundreds of thousands of Philadelphia riders.