Nov 6, 2024, 11:30 PM
Nov 6, 2024, 11:30 PM

SEPTA Strike Threatens to Disrupt Education for 55,000 Students

Highlights
  • SEPTA workers may strike if a contract deal is not reached by tonight.
  • The strike could disrupt trained bus, metro, and trolley services throughout Philadelphia.
  • The district is committed to ensuring student learning continues in the event of a strike.
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A potential strike by SEPTA workers is set to begin if a contract agreement with the Transport Workers Union Local 234 is not reached by 11:59 p.m. Thursday. This disruption could halt service on various buses, trains, and trolleys, impacting public transportation across Philadelphia. The School District of Philadelphia has indicated that approximately 55,000 students rely on SEPTA to commute to school.

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