Signed by Governor Brian Schweitzer

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that prohibits the use of automated technology ("red light cameras") to enforce traffic laws. Allows for certain exceptions and creates an immediate effective date.

Highlights:

-Authorizes the department of transportation and local authorities to place, maintain, and approve traffic control devices on roads and highways under their respective jurisdictions (Secs. 1, 2). -Prohibits the use of an automated enforcement system ("red light cameras") to enforce traffic laws, with the exception of automated enforcement systems located at railroad grade crossings (Secs. 1, 2). -Provides an exception for contracts entered into before or renewed after the passage of this bill. This bill does not void any penalties or proceedings resulting from these contracts or the prior use of automated enforcement systems ("red light cameras") (Sec. 3). -Goes into effect upon passage and approval (Sec. 4).

Full Bill Text

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that prohibits the use of automated technology ("red light cameras") to enforce traffic laws, with certain exceptions.

Highlights:

-Authorizes the department of transportation and local authorities to place, maintain, and approve traffic control devices on roads and highways under their respective jurisdictions (Secs. 1, 2). -Prohibits the use of automated enforcement systems ("red light cameras") to enforce traffic laws, with the exception of automated enforcement systems located at railroad grade crossings (Secs. 1, 2).

Full Bill Text