PHIA News Digest – Vol. 10, No. 19

May 13, 2025 | PHIA NEWS DIGEST

With public transit agencies in dire straits, Pa. House puts Shapiro’s funding plan into play

As the Commonwealth’s two largest public transportation systems barrel toward fiscal crises and sweeping service cuts, Pennsylvania lawmakers have approved legislation to direct nearly $300 million in new funding to transit agencies in the next state budget. The bill awaits full House approval and Senate committee and full approval.

PA Senate OK’s bill to allow milk haulers to transport product during emergencies

Senate Bill 481 received bipartisan support and now moves to the House of Representatives for consideration.

Pa. Turnpike Commission approves 2026 annual budget and 10-year capital plan

The PA Turnpike Commission unanimously approved the 2026 annual budget and the 2026-2036 capital plan. The $459.7 million operating budget represents less than 2% growth from the current year, and the 10-year capital plan invests $8 billion in infrastructure – supporting bridges, total reconstruction, interchanges, maintenance, tunnel rehabilitation, facilities and IT.