The bill amends the existing laws regarding the operation of automated enforcement devices by both county governments and municipalities in Arkansas. It introduces a new definition for "highway work zone," which refers to areas adjacent to controlled-access highways where construction or maintenance work is performed. The bill also clarifies that automated enforcement devices can be used to detect traffic violations in school zones, railroad crossings, and highway work zones. Additionally, it mandates that a certified law enforcement officer must be present to issue citations at the time and place of the violation.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that data collected by automated enforcement devices that is not related to an active criminal or civil investigation must not be retained by either county governments or municipalities. This aims to ensure that personal data is not kept unnecessarily, enhancing privacy protections for individuals. The bill also removes the term "photo-radar" from the definitions of automated enforcement devices, indicating a broader application of technology beyond just photo-radar systems.