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PHILADELPHIA, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro has taken decisive action to address a critical funding gap for the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA), redirecting $153 million in federal highway capital …
Governor Shapiro Saves SEPTA From the Brink! $153 Million Lifeline Avoids Service Cuts and Fare Hikes Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Tuesday, the state House of Representatives approved House Bill 2625, a strategic initiative aimed at enhancing transit funding across the commonwealth. Authored by Representative Ed Neilson, …
Pennsylvania House Passes Crucial Bill to Boost Transit Funding Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House Transportation Committee this week advanced House Bill 2625, legislation aimed at significantly increasing state funding for public transit agencies across all 67 counties. Spearheaded …
PA House Moves to Transform Transit Funding: What It Means for All 67 Counties Read More
State Rep. Ed Neilson discusses Pennsylvania’s critical transportation funding issues, highlighting the need for investment in public transit to support local economies and ensure accessibility for all residents. He calls for renewed legislative action to address the $9.4 billion annual budget shortfall and emphasizes the importance of reliable transportation for the state’s future prosperity.
The Reality of Pennsylvania’s Transportation Funding Read More
INDIANA, PA — The Pennsylvania House Transportation Committee commenced its “Moving PA Forward by Investing in Roads, Bridges, and Transit” series on Wednesday with a meeting in Indiana County. The …
Pennsylvania House Transportation Committee Addresses Rural Transit Needs Read More
TOUGHKENAMON, PA — In a significant step towards enhancing the economic potential of Pennsylvania’s aviation sector, Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll, and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) …
New Economic Tool Unveiled for Pennsylvania Airports Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) introduced the Moving Transit Forward Act on Tuesday. This legislation proposes the creation of a new federal funding …
Senate Bill Seeks to Revitalize Public Transit Systems with New Federal Funding Program Read More
LANCASTER, PA — At the Pennsylvania Public Transportation Association’s annual conference yesterday, key figures from the state’s transportation sector gathered to discuss the critical role of public transit in bolstering …
Pennsylvania Proposes Historic Investment in Public Transit to Boost Economy and Job Creation Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) and his colleagues, Senators Tina Smith (D-MN), Kevin Cramer (R-ND), and Katie Britt (R-AL), have introduced a bipartisan bill aimed at modernizing …
Sen. Fetterman Spearheads Bipartisan Bill to Revitalize Domestic Bus Manufacturing Industry Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Commissioners this week appointed Gene Suski as the new Director of the county’s Community Transit Department, also known as Chesco Connect.
Chester County Taps Long-time Employee Gene Suski to Lead Community Transit Department Read More