US EditionMass Transit Funding Bill Awaits Senate Return as Deadline Looms
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA, AUG 11 – The House approved the fifth transit funding bill in two sessions to prevent SEPTA cuts affecting vulnerable populations, while the Senate delays action ahead of the August 14 deadline.
- On Monday morning, the Pennsylvania House approved a transit funding measure by a vote of 108-95 to meet the August 14 deadline and avoid cuts to SEPTA services.
- The bill followed prolonged budget negotiations past the July 1 deadline, with disagreements mainly over transit funding and Senate GOP opposition to the funding mechanism.
- The bill includes performance criteria for SEPTA and rural infrastructure funding but lacks Senate support, with critics calling it a charade that disadvantages Pittsburgh's regional transit.
- Rep. Sean Dougherty warned that reducing services would negatively impact individuals, lead to job losses, and harm businesses, while Rep. Ed Neilson emphasized that they cannot provide financial rescues, highlighting concerns about fairness.
- Lawmakers plan to convene on Tuesday to discuss a short-term budget, as transit advocates emphasize the need for prompt approval to prevent significant cuts to SEPTA services.
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