Pittsburgh Regional Transit Secures $9 Million for University Line Extension
Pittsburgh Regional Transit has received $9 million in funding to extend the University Line project from Squirrel Hill to the City of Pittsburgh side of the Homestead Grays Bridge.
Pittsburgh, PA, August 2, 2026 —
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) has been awarded $9 million in funding designated for the extension of the University Line project. The funds are earmarked to facilitate the expansion of the transit line from its current terminus in Squirrel Hill to the City of Pittsburgh side of the Homestead Grays Bridge.
The University Line project aims to enhance public transportation access and connectivity within the Pittsburgh region. This latest funding infusion is expected to advance the project’s development, with the new segment focusing on bridging the gap between Squirrel Hill and a key location near the Homestead Grays Bridge.
Details regarding the specific timeline for construction or the anticipated completion date for this segment of the University Line extension were not immediately available. Further information regarding project milestones and public engagement will likely be released by Pittsburgh Regional Transit as the project progresses.
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