The bill amends existing laws regarding traffic infractions to include the use of speed safety camera systems specifically in state highway work zones. It expands the authority of law enforcement officers to issue notices of traffic infractions detected by these systems, alongside existing automated traffic safety and school bus safety cameras. The new section outlines the operational parameters for speed safety camera systems, which are only permitted when workers are present in the work zone. It also establishes the process for issuing notices of infraction, including the requirement for photographic evidence and the opportunity for the registered owner to contest the infraction.

Additionally, the bill mandates that all locations using speed safety camera systems must be clearly marked with appropriate signage to inform drivers of the monitored speed limits. It stipulates that revenue generated from these systems will be allocated to the highway safety fund, primarily for operational costs, with any excess directed towards traffic safety initiatives. The bill includes provisions for rental car businesses regarding liability for infractions and requires biennial reporting on the effectiveness of the speed safety camera systems, with a final recommendation due by July 1, 2029, on whether to continue their use beyond June 30, 2030.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 46.63.030, 46.63.075
Substitute Bill: 46.63.030, 46.63.075