Overview

• The first phase of reductions is now in effect, eliminating 32 bus routes, shortening 16, and cutting frequency on buses, trolleys, and subways, with special event services scrapped including express trains to the Sports Complex.
• SEPTA fares rise 21.5% on Sept. 1, lifting the base one‑way fare to $2.90 across the system.
• Regional Rail will trim midday service starting Sept. 2, reducing weekly trips from about 1,414 to 960 and creating longer gaps between trains.
• Without new funding, a deeper January round would cut five Regional Rail lines, drop more bus routes, and end all rail service at 9 p.m.
• State leaders remain deadlocked, with Senate Republicans advancing a plan to shift transit capital funds and e‑gaming revenue that House Democrats refused to consider, while Gov. Josh Shapiro’s proposal would cover only part of SEPTA’s shortfall.