With SEPTA's deadline to avoid a "death spiral" hours away, a Pa. House Committee did not approve of a transit bill that was passed by the Senate.

Pennsylvania's GOP-controlled state Senate approved a budget that Democrats oppose. The plan heads to the state House, controlled by Democrats.

Democrats expressed frustration with the change, saying the money is already earmarked for necessary system and safety upgrades.

Pennsylvania lawmakers failed to reach a deal to secure funding to cover SEPTA’s $213 million budget deficit before the Aug. 14, 2025, deadline. The transit agency will now move forward with their plan to cut service by 45% and raise fares by 21.5% for approximately 800,000 daily riders.

Commonwealth Republicans are holding steady against sustainable, long-term funding for SEPTA and more public transit in Pennsylvania. When is the last train out?