The state Department of Transportation announced that nearly $460.8 million in liquid fuels funds is being released to help municipalities across the Commonwealth maintain their roads and bridges. Funded by state gas tax revenues, these funds help municipalities pay for critical maintenance like snow removal and road repaving. The Commonwealth is home to nearly 121,000 miles of public roads. 2,500 municipalities manage 78,000 miles of public roadways and more than 6,600 bridges. 

“Each of the Commonwealth’s 2,500 municipalities has their own unique needs and challenges,” said PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll. “Governor Shapiro’s commitment to keeping Pennsylvania’s roads and bridges safe and accessible is showing up where we need it most: in our communities where local officials can direct the funding for transportation needs.” 

“Townships and local governments continue to maintain two-thirds of Pennsylvania’s road miles, and reliable liquid fuels funding remains essential to keeping those roads safe and well-maintained,” said PSATS Executive Director David Sanko. “As the transportation landscape rapidly evolves, with electric vehicles, alternative fuels, and new technologies reshaping how we travel, the traditional revenue streams that support local infrastructure are not keeping pace. We appreciate PennDOT’s ongoing partnership and the General Assembly’s willingness to explore sustainable, long-term funding solutions. Together, we can ensure that Pennsylvania’s local roads remain strong and ready for the future.” 

The total liquid fuels available for 2026 is 1.5% less than the 2025 distribution. Liquid fuels funds come from a dedicated 14.5% share of the gas tax revenues for fuel sold in Pennsylvania. The total funds are then allocated to all municipalities based on population (50%) and total miles of locally owned roads (50%). To be eligible, a roadway must be formally adopted as a public street, meet certain dimension requirements, and be able to safely accommodate vehicles driving at least 15 miles per hour.