💨 Abstract

Pennsylvania's House passed a $1 billion transportation bill to prevent severe cuts at Philadelphia's SEPTA, affecting major events like the FIFA World Cup and MLB's All-Star Game. The bill, supported by Democratic Gov. Shapiro, increases transit aid by $292 million, but faces opposition in the Republican-controlled Senate. SEPTA plans drastic service reductions starting Aug. 24 if funding isn't secured, highlighting a two-year stalemate amid nationwide transit struggles.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff