The bill amends Title 74 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, specifically focusing on the operating program for sustainable mobility options. It introduces a new subsection (f.1) to Section 1513, which mandates the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation to establish additional minimum system performance criteria for the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA). These criteria aim to enhance fare evasion management, foster public-private transportation partnerships, and improve bus routes. The department is required to create regulations, including temporary ones, to set these performance standards based on comparisons with SEPTA's historical performance and that of similar authorities.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that if SEPTA fails to meet the established minimum system performance criteria, it will trigger a specific procedure outlined in subsection (g). This legislative change is intended to ensure accountability and improve the overall effectiveness of transportation services in the region. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes/Laws affected:
Printer's No. 1075 (Jul 23, 2025): 74-1513