Pennsylvania Senate Republican Caucus
12/08/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/08/2025 17:13
Senate Approves Rothman Bill to Ensure Bridge Repair Funding Efficiency
HARRISBURG - Legislation sponsored by Sen. Greg Rothman (R-34) to make state funding available for local bridge projects was approved by the state Senate today.
Counties receive dollars through the Highway Bridge Improvement Restricted Account within the state Motor License Fund to pay for repair and replacement of county-owned bridges. However, current law does not allow for further practical uses of leftover funds. Senate Bill 1070 would give counties the flexibility they need to improve municipal-owned bridges within the county before they become at-risk.
"Maintaining safe roads and bridges is a core function of government," Rothman said. "My legislation removes barriers and gives counties the flexibility they need to make necessary repairs to both county-owned and municipal-owned bridges."
Senate Bill 1070 will be sent to the House of Representatives for consideration.
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