Substitute House Bill No. 5464 aims to enhance traffic safety and enforcement through the implementation of a pilot program for automated traffic enforcement safety devices on limited access highways, set to run from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2028. The bill introduces new regulations that allow these devices to record instances of vehicles exceeding the speed limit by 15 miles per hour or more, with fines ranging from $75 for first offenses to $200 for subsequent violations. Additionally, the bill mandates that all revenue from these fines be directed to the Special Transportation Fund. Key insertions include provisions for the training of operators, annual calibration checks, and the requirement for conspicuous signage regarding the operation of these devices. The bill also emphasizes privacy protections, ensuring that personally identifiable information collected is not disclosed without proper justification and must be destroyed within one year after a fine is imposed.

Moreover, the bill repeals the previous requirement for at least 30% of state-purchased buses to be zero-emission by January 1, 2030, and removes the prohibition on purchasing diesel transit buses, thereby lowering capital costs for the Department of Transportation. It also modifies the requirements for electric vehicle charging infrastructure in new state facilities, reducing the percentage of designated parking spaces that must be electric vehicle capable from 20% to 8%. The bill establishes a clear process for municipalities to adopt ordinances related to the new flex lane control systems and outlines the conditions for their operation, including fines for violations. Overall, sHB5464 seeks to improve transportation infrastructure, enhance traffic enforcement, and address fiscal impacts associated with these changes.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 3-6a
TRA Joint Favorable Substitute: 3-6a
File No. 418: 3-6a