Transportation (Bridges)

passed · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 26, 2026

SB 1377: An Act amending Title 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in transportation infrastructure, providing for design build best value.

This bill authorizes the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission to use a "design build best value" method for selecting contractors on highway and bridge projects. Instead of choosing a winner solely based on the lowest price, this process allows the commission to evaluate proposals based on a combination of technical merit, innovation, schedule, and cost. The legislation sets specific rules for how these projects are advertised and selected, including limits on the number of such procurements allowed per year and requirements for public notice. It also defines the terms used in the process, such as "alternative technical concepts," which permit bidders to suggest improvements to the original project requirements.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill improves highway and bridge project selection by prioritizing technical merit and innovation over lowest price, enhancing infrastructure quality.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Roads & Highways Vehicle Registration

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Jul 9, 2026

HB 2644: A Supplement to the act of December 8, 1982 (P.L.848, No.235), known as the Highway-Railroad and Highway Bridge Capital Budget Act for 1982-1983, itemizing additional State and local bridge projects.

This bill updates Pennsylvania's 1982 highway and bridge funding law to authorize $4.77 billion in repairs and replacements for state and local bridges during the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It allocates approximately $3.8 billion for state-owned projects managed by the Department of Transportation and about $962 million for local municipal projects, with the state providing grants covering up to 80% of non-federal costs. The legislation specifically lists individual bridge projects across various counties, detailing their estimated costs and purposes such as replacement, restoration, or preservation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes $4.77 billion in funding for bridge repairs and replacements, directly advancing state budget allocation for essential infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill authorizes $4.77 billion for bridge repairs and replacements, directly funding critical transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Rail Roads & Highways

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in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SB 1264: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for consumer gas tax relief and for Commonwealth indebtedness.

This bill temporarily eliminates the state gas tax for drivers in Pennsylvania for a period of 60 days. To fund this tax relief, the state will issue $435 million in debt to cover the lost revenue. The borrowed money will be used specifically to pay for the financial costs of highway and bridge construction and maintenance projects. The state will repay this debt using funds from the Motor License Fund, which collects fees from vehicle owners.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides consumer gas tax relief and funds highway/bridge projects, aligning with fiscal support indicators.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill funds highway and bridge construction/maintenance via debt, directly advancing transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 25, 2026

HB 2437: An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in unconventional gas well fee, further providing for Statewide initiatives.

This bill modifies how Pennsylvania distributes fees collected from unconventional gas wells, specifically directing 25% of those funds to a state account for bridge improvements. The legislation allows counties and municipalities to use these monies to repair or upgrade bridges regardless of whether they qualify for federal funding assistance. Additionally, it permits larger counties to allocate these funds toward improving bridges owned by public transportation authorities. The changes take effect 60 days after the bill becomes law.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill directs unconventional gas well fees to fund bridge improvements, increasing state funding for essential public infrastructure.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill directs 25% of gas fees to a state account specifically for bridge improvements and public transit authority upgrades.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Transportation Funding Vehicle Registration

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in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SB 1265: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for consumer diesel fuel tax relief and for Commonwealth indebtedness.

This bill temporarily removes the tax on diesel fuel in Pennsylvania for a 60-day period to provide relief to consumers and businesses using the fuel. To fund this tax break, the state will take on $197 million in new debt, with repayment coming from the Motor License Fund. The borrowed money will be used to cover the financial costs of highway and bridge maintenance or construction projects during the tax relief period.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides temporary consumer diesel fuel tax relief, directly advancing the topic of tax policy and budgetary measures for public benefit.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill funds highway and bridge maintenance/construction via debt to offset diesel tax relief, directly supporting transportation infrastructure.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds Tax Incentives Bridges Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 8, 2026

HB 2214: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in supplemental funding for municipal highway maintenance, further providing for supplemental funding for municipal highway maintenance; and, in taxes for highway maintenance and construction, further providing for imposition of tax.

HB 2214 creates a new annual $5 million fund from Pennsylvania's Motor License Fund to support municipal bridge maintenance. It directs counties to distribute these funds based on the relative size of their county-owned bridges (using data from the National Bridge Inspection Program), and allows counties to use the money for bridges owned by municipalities within their jurisdiction. The bill also adds a 55-mill tax on liquid fuels, with 2% of the proceeds allocated to this bridge maintenance fund using the same size-based distribution method. Counties cannot receive less funding than the previous year unless their bridge size decreases or total tax revenue drops. This bill directly affects all Pennsylvania counties and municipalities responsible for bridge upkeep.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates new 55-mill fuel tax to fund bridge maintenance, allocating 2% of revenue to essential infrastructure. Directly funds public service via tax.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationCreates $5M annual fund from Motor License Fund for municipal bridge maintenance, directly funding transportation infrastructure as specified in bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Bridges Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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passed · Pennsylvania · Senate Dec 9, 2025

SB 1070: An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in unconventional gas well fee, further providing for Statewide initiatives.

This bill modifies Pennsylvania's oil and gas fee structure to redirect 40% of remaining revenue from unconventional gas well fees (after 2011) into the Marcellus Legacy Fund. Specifically, 25% of this portion will fund county bridge repairs through the Highway Bridge Improvement Restricted Account. Counties and municipalities can use these funds to repair deteriorated bridges, regardless of federal aid eligibility, by submitting approved repair plans. The funds are distributed proportionally based on county population, and first- or second-class counties may also use them for public transportation authority bridges. This changes how oil and gas fee revenue is allocated to support local infrastructure.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRedirects 40% of oil/gas fees to fund county bridge repairs via Highway Bridge Improvement Account, directly allocating existing revenue to essential infrastructure maintenance.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRedirects 25% of gas fee revenue to county bridge repairs via Highway Bridge Improvement Account, directly funding transportation infrastructure maintenance.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 25, 2025

HB 697: An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in administrative organization, further providing for Pennsylvania State Police; and making a repeal.

This bill amends Pennsylvania's 1929 Administrative Code to clarify the maximum size of the Pennsylvania State Police (4,310 total officers and enlisted members) and specifies that personnel assigned to the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, Delaware River Bridge Commission, and gaming enforcement do not count toward this limit. It also repeals an outdated reference in the Fiscal Code (Section 1733-E(3)) to align with this clarification. The change directly affects the State Police's staffing structure and reporting requirements. The bill makes a technical correction to existing law without creating new policies or changing operational responsibilities.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationClarifies State Police staffing limits to exclude Pennsylvania Turnpike/Delaware River Bridge Commissions, protecting transportation infrastructure agencies' operational capacity.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges

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in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate May 22, 2025

SB 772: An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for commuter and commerce toll tax credit.

SB 772 creates a new tax credit for Pennsylvania taxpayers who pay tolls on the Pennsylvania Turnpike and specific bridges operated by the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission, Delaware River Port Authority, and Burlington County Bridge Commission. Taxpayers can claim a credit equal to 50% of their qualifying toll expenses, up to $500 annually, for tolls paid via E-ZPass, cash, or card. The credit applies to individuals and businesses, including pass-through entities like S corporations and partnerships, with unused credits potentially passed to shareholders or owners. The credit becomes available for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates 50% tax credit for toll expenses, providing direct tax relief to commuters and businesses, aligning with tax relief indicators.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill provides tax credit for toll payments on highways/bridges, reducing commuter costs and incentivizing use of transportation infrastructure, aligning with transportation support indicators.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Tax Credits Bridges Ports

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jan 23, 2025

HB 312: An Act amending the act of June 1, 1945 (P.L.1242, No.428), known as the State Highway Law, in construction, improvement, maintenance and repair of State highways, further providing for duty on Department of Highways.

HB 312 requires Pennsylvania's Department of Highways to resurface all state highways with two- or three-digit route numbers at least once every 25 years. The bill mandates the department to create a 25-year resurfacing plan for each engineering district, prioritize overdue highways during the final year of each plan, and publish a public list by county showing the last resurfacing year for each highway. This amendment standardizes maintenance schedules and increases transparency about highway upkeep. The bill takes effect 60 days after enactment.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates regular highway resurfacing every 25 years, standardizes maintenance, and increases transparency - directly advancing road infrastructure maintenance.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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