The appointment is meant to “provide clarity” in the transit agency’s leadership ahead of crucial budget decisions.

Severe service cuts and a fare increase are planned in the coming months unless state lawmakers deliver a funding solution.

Scott Sauer, a 54-year-old, 34-year employee of SEPTA was voted by SEPTA’s board as its General Manager Monday. This comes as ...

Mass-transit advocates are rallying to gather support for SEPTA funding ahead of the state’s upcoming budget negotiations in ...

The transit agency plans to shut down dozens of bus and rail lines and hike fares, starting in August, unless the state ...

has proposed implementing a tax on skill games to raise enough revenue to fund transportation agencies around the state that need a funding boost, including SEPTA. But his budget proposal last ...

SEPTA riders will face major price hikes and service cuts if state funding is not increased to cover a gap in its 2026 budget, officials said. SEPTA said $30 million in cuts have lowered the ...

This begins with the SEPTA weaning itself from state funding. Compared to other major metropolitan areas, SEPTA stands out in its dependence on state funding. Nearly half of its operating budget ...

Democratic lawmakers place the blame for a lack of state funding for SEPTA squarely on Republicans, who control the Pennsylvania State Senate. The Senate has not taken action on previous SEPTA ...