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Sound Transit (ST) Passes Revised ST3 Plan for Light Rail Expansion

The Sound Transit board has approved a revised ST3 plan to advance light rail expansion. This decision comes amid financial constraints that render some projects 'no longer affordable.' The Ballard line, initially a key component, has been shelved, prompting public concern over refunds. The revised plan aims to ensure that the remaining projects can be sustained despite budgetary challenges, which are critical for future transit development in the region.