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Pa. Senate committee OKs turnpike reform legislation

BY: - February 7, 2022

The Senate Transportation Committee approved a package of bills reforming the turnpike’s tolling system and financial reporting, with lawmakers hoping they will deter additional losses and make using the highway system more convenient for motorists.

To prevent future toll ‘leakage,’ Pa. Sen. Marty Flynn introduces Turnpike reform package

BY: - November 26, 2021

In three pieces of legislation, the Scranton lawmaker proposes increased penalties for drivers who do not pay their tolls, mandated finance reporting from the Turnpike Commission to the General Assembly, and reinstated staffing at Turnpike interchanges.

‘This is not a small number’: Senate committee tackles $104M deficit in Pa. Turnpike tolls

BY: - September 22, 2021

The Pennsylvania Turnpike reported a nearly $105 million deficit in toll revenue "leakage."