On June 3rd, transit riders, workers and supporters from all across PA called for an end to the transit funding crisis that is forcing imminent service cuts and fare hikes for elderly and disabled Pennsylvanians in small metros and rural communities across the state.
Transit for All PA! supporters used the Day of Action at the State Capitol to call for a solution to the $80 million (and growing!) deficit for shared-ride and paratransit in this year’s state budget—so that next year, PA can finally pass a comprehensive, long-term transportation funding package.
Across all 67 counties, millions of older adults and people with disabilities rely on this door-to-door service to reach jobs, medical appointments, groceries, and the community. This form of public transportation is particularly vital in rural and aging communities, where alternative mobility options, including fixed route transit, are limited or nonexistent.
After an inspiring rally, supporters spread out across the State Capitol for a series of more than 20 legislative visits with key State Senators and Representatives in smaller/rural parts of PA to gain their support.
But they didn’t stop there: they also knocked the doors of every State Senator and State Rep. to speak about the importance of the issue, and call for a paratransit/shared-ride funding solution in 2026—so that PA can finally pass a comprehensive transportation funding overhaul in 2027.
Transit for All PA!’s Harrisburg Day of Action was a smash success. Now it’s back to work organizing in our communities across the Commonwealth to build a movement that moves everyone forward. And you have a critical part to play: join the next meeting to get involved, donate to fuel the effort, and take action at the link below to amplify the demand to your legislators.
News Coverage from the Transit for All PA! Day of Action in Harrisburg
- “Advocates push for transit funding for rural, disabled communities as Pa. budget talks build“, from Emily Scolnick at the Pennsylvania Capitol Star
- “Paratransit users rally for more money in Harrisburg to maintain service“, from Ed Blazina at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- “Lawmakers, advocates push for increased public transit funding at Pa. Capitol“, from FOX 43 broadcasting in Harrisburg, Dauphin Co., Lancaster Co., York Co., Lebanon Co., Adams Co., Perry Co., Juniata Co., Cumberland Co., Mifflin Co., and Franklin Co.
- “Transit advocates drive home need for more funding at Pennsylvania State Capitol“, from ABC 27 broadcasting in Harrisburg, Dauphin Co., Lancaster Co., York Co., Lebanon Co., Adams Co., Perry Co., Juniata Co., Cumberland Co., Mifflin Co., and Franklin Co.
- “Pittsburghers join rallygoers in Harrisburg advocating for paratransit funding“, from WTAE ABC 4 broadcasting in Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., Butler Co., Armstrong Co., Westmoreland Co., Washington Co., Fayette Co., Green Co., Beaver Co., and more
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