This bill aims to modify and make permanent the traffic safety camera system pilot program in Minnesota. It amends several sections of the Minnesota Statutes, particularly focusing on the penalties and limitations associated with red light and speed safety camera violations. Key changes include the removal of the expiration date for the pilot program, which was previously set to end on August 1, 2029, thus allowing the program to continue indefinitely. Additionally, the bill establishes that fines for violations identified through these camera systems will not affect a person's driver's license status and outlines the conditions under which vehicle owners or lessees may contest citations.

The bill also introduces new definitions and clarifies the roles of the implementing authorities, which include the commissioners of transportation and public safety. It mandates public engagement and information campaigns to inform the public about the traffic safety camera systems and their enforcement. Furthermore, it repeals a specific subdivision related to the expiration of the pilot program, ensuring that the traffic safety camera system can operate without a predetermined end date. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance traffic safety through the continued use of automated enforcement while providing protections for vehicle owners against unjust penalties.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 169.147, 169.06, 169.14, 171.12