Philadelphia Transit System Votes to Cut Service by 45%, Hike Fares

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Philadelphia’s largest transit system approved sweeping service cuts and fare hikes as it struggles to deal with a gaping budget deficit.

Officials at the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority voted Thursday to approve a fiscal 2026 budget that slashes service by 45% and raises fares by 21.5%. The system has been warning about a $213 million operating deficit for months.

With a July 1 deadline to pass a balanced budget, officials said they had no choice but to move forward with the sweeping cuts to keep the system afloat, though they are continuing to press the state for help. ....................(more)

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-06-26/philly-transit-system-votes-to-cut-service-by-45-hike-fares