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HB 674

An Act amending Title 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in sustainable mobility options, establishing the Supplemental Public Transportation Operating Assistance Allocation for Growing Counties Grant Program.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Missy Cerrato and 13 co-sponsors

Bill establishes state grant program to provide additional public transportation operating funds to Pennsylvania counties experiencing population or ridership growth.

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Bill Summary · HB 674

Legislative bill overview

HB 674 proposes creating a new grant program called the Supplemental Public Transportation Operating Assistance Allocation for Growing Counties. This program would provide additional state funding to support public transportation operations in Pennsylvania counties experiencing population or ridership growth. The bill modifies Title 74 of Pennsylvania's consolidated statutes to establish the framework for this assistance.

Why is this important

Public transportation funding directly affects service availability, route frequency, and fare affordability in communities. Counties experiencing growth often face increased demand on existing transit systems without proportional budget increases, potentially leading to service cuts or congestion. This grant program could help growing regions expand capacity and maintain service quality as their populations increase.

Potential points of contention

  • Defining "growing counties": The bill's criteria for which counties qualify as "growing" will significantly impact funding distribution and could advantage certain regions over others
  • Funding source and total appropriation: Without clarity on budget allocation or dedicated revenue sources, the program's actual impact and sustainability remain uncertain
  • Rural vs. suburban considerations: Counties with different types of population growth (urban sprawl versus regional migration) may require different support mechanisms, and the bill's design could inadvertently favor one pattern over another

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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