HB 2526
An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions relating to operation of vehicles, providing for automated litter enforcement systems in public rights-of-way and highways; and imposing penalties.
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Bill overview
This bill creates a system for automated litter enforcement in public rights-of-way and highways throughout Pennsylvania. It allows the Department of Transportation, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, and municipalities to establish and use automated systems to detect and penalize littering violations. The bill outlines specific requirements for municipalities to implement these systems, including local ordinances, policy statements, and documentation demonstrating compliance. It also establishes penalties for littering, including fines, and details procedures for issuing notices of violation and handling appeals. The bill aims to reduce littering on state roadways and highways.
Key provisions
- Allows state, Turnpike Commission, and municipal use of automated litter enforcement systems.
- Requires municipalities to enact local ordinances authorizing the use of these systems.
- Establishes criteria for municipalities to determine litter enforcement zones.
- Specifies requirements for signage notifying the public of automated enforcement.
- Sets a $200 fine for littering violations.
- Details procedures for issuing notices of violation and handling appeals.
- Requires training for system administrators.
- Establishes revenue distribution for fines collected.
Who is affected
- Motor vehicle owners
- Municipalities
- Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
- Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission
- Drivers of vehicles operating on highways
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