An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in rules of the road in general, further providing for automated speed enforcement system on designated highways.
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
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Overview
This bill authorizes cities of the first class in Pennsylvania to implement automated speed enforcement systems on designated highways, specifically Roosevelt Boulevard. It allows cities to expand these systems to a maximum of five corridors, provided they meet specific criteria including consultation with the Department of Transportation and conducting engineering and traffic investigations. The bill also outlines liability for violations, establishes a process for issuing notices and conducting hearings, and adjusts the fine amount annually based on the Consumer Price Index.
Key provisions
- Allows cities of the first class to establish automated speed enforcement systems on designated highways.
- Specifies Roosevelt Boulevard as the initial highway for implementation.
- Permits expansion to a maximum of five corridors with specific requirements.
- Outlines owner liability for speeding violations.
- Establishes a process for issuing notices of violation and conducting hearings.
- Provides for an annual adjustment of the fine amount based on the Consumer Price Index.
- Requires appropriate signage to be posted before the enforcement area.
- Details compensation to manufacturers or vendors of the automated speed enforcement system.
Who is affected
- Motor vehicle owners
- Cities of the first class in Pennsylvania
- The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
- Drivers on designated highways
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