H4179
An Act authorizing the city of Somerville to employ automated enforcement of certain traffic violations
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Bill overview
This bill allows the city of Somerville, Massachusetts, to use automated enforcement systems to catch drivers violating specific traffic laws. These systems, often using cameras and signs, would issue tickets for offenses like speeding or failing to yield to pedestrians. The goal is to improve traffic safety and reduce accidents within the city.
Key provisions
- Authorizes Somerville to implement automated traffic enforcement.
- Specifies types of traffic violations that can be targeted.
- Requires the city to establish procedures for issuing and enforcing tickets.
- Mandates transparency regarding the use of the enforcement systems.
- Requires the city to report data on the effectiveness of the systems.
Who is affected
- Motorists in Somerville
- Pedestrians in Somerville
- The City of Somerville
- Residents of Somerville
- Traffic enforcement officers
Notable changes
- This bill introduces a new method of traffic enforcement in Somerville.
- It differs from traditional enforcement methods by utilizing automated systems.
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Primary sponsor
Christine P. Barber
Cosponsors
Christine P. Barber
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Bill H.4179 194th (Current)
An Act authorizing the city of Somerville to employ automated enforcement of certain traffic violations
By Representative Barber of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4179) of Christine P. Barber (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Somerville be authorized to employ automated enforcement of certain traffic violations in said city. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Christine P. Barber Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Transportation City/Town: Somerville (Local Approval Received)
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.4179
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 5/29/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Transportation |
| 6/2/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/24/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/04/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 12/24/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| 3/19/2026 | House | Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026 |
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