Philadelphia, PA, August 13, 2025 – Senator Christine Tartaglione (D–2, Philadelphia) issues the following statement after voting “no” on House Bill 257:
“Public transit is a lifeline for communities across the Commonwealth, connecting people to jobs, schools, healthcare, and their loved ones. We need a plan that supports all 52 transit systems in all 67 counties, with funding that is stable, permanent, and reliable year after year.
What was proposed by Senate Republicans draws from capital funds that are critical for repairing our infrastructure, maintaining safe and reliable service, and preparing for the needs of tomorrow. This approach risks delaying important projects and leaves us facing the same crisis again in a short time.
Additionally, the mandated fare increases in this plan would place an unfair burden on working families and the many Pennsylvanians who rely on public transit every day.
The people of Pennsylvania deserve a long-term solution that keeps our buses, trains, and trolleys running, supports economic growth, and strengthens communities. We must work together to pass a budget that meets that goal.”
Senator Tartaglione Urges the Need for a Long-Term Public Transit Funding Solution
