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HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced the opening of the application period for grants under the Rail Transportation Assistance Program (RTAP) and the Rail Freight …
PennDOT Opens Grant Applications for Rail Freight Programs Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor has called for the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) to enhance its bridge inspection procedures. His comments highlight the need for …
Auditor General Urges PennDOT to Improve Bridge Inspection Processes Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On June 17, 2024, Governor Josh Shapiro awarded employees from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) with the Governor’s Awards for Excellence. The recognition came in response …
PennDOT Team Honored for Swift Response to I-95 Bridge Collapse Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced an additional corridor eligible for National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Round 1B funding. The newly added corridor, labeled 70B, …
Pennsylvania Expands Funding for Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PA Turnpike) have unveiled significant upgrades to 511PA, the state’s free, statewide travel information service. This …
Pennsylvania Upgrades 511PA Travel Information Service for Better User Experience Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Fueling Pennsylvania’s transition towards cleaner, safer, and more affordable transportation, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has revealed its ingenious Electric Vehicle Charger Reliability and Accessibility Accelerator …
Revolutionizing the Electric Vehicle Landscape: PennDOT’s Bold Move Ensures Reliability and Future-readiness Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — State Representative Christina Sappey (D-Chester) invites the residents of the 158th Legislative District to a Transportation Town Hall on Wednesday, June 12, at 7 p.m. The event …
State Rep. Christina Sappey to Host Transportation Town Hall Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In an inspiring display of ingenuity and forward-thinking, a team of students from Norwin High School in Irwin, Westmoreland County, has clinched the top spot in the …
Norwin High School Students Win Statewide Innovation Challenge with Sustainable Roadway Design Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A united front of 18 members from Pennsylvania’s congressional delegation, led by U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA), drafted a letter on Tuesday to the U.S. Department of …
Battle for the Bridge: Pennsylvania Delegation’s Plea for Federal Aid in Infrastructure Overhaul Read More
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA — Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) District 6 recently highlighted over 81 projects slated for bidding this year in the greater Philadelphia region. This massive infrastructure …
Unprecedented Investment Puts Southeastern Pennsylvania Infrastructure on the Fast Track Read More