An Act relative to construction zone speed control systems
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to establish a system for automatically detecting speeding in construction zones and issuing warnings to drivers. The system would utilize cameras and technology to identify vehicles exceeding posted speed limits within these zones. It intends to improve safety for construction workers and motorists by increasing awareness of speed restrictions.
Key provisions
- Requires the Department of Transportation to implement a construction zone speed control system.
- Specifies the use of cameras and technology to monitor vehicle speeds.
- Mandates the issuance of warnings to drivers exceeding speed limits.
- Establishes a process for data collection and reporting related to speeding violations.
- Addresses data privacy concerns related to the use of cameras.
- Requires the Department to evaluate the effectiveness of the system.
Who is affected
- Motorists
- Construction workers
- The Department of Transportation
- Local municipalities
Notable changes
- Introduces a technology-based approach to speed enforcement in construction zones.
- Potentially reduces the need for manual speed enforcement by human officers.
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Sponsors
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6 on record
Primary sponsor
Michael J. Finn
Cosponsors
Michael J. Finn
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