HI SB221

Establishes a photo red light imaging detector systems program allowing counties to use cameras at intersections to detect and penalize drivers running red lights, with citations mailed to registered vehicle owners.

Requires counties to pay vendors a fixed lump sum fee regardless of citations issued, preventing revenue-based incentive structures that prioritized profit over safety.

Creates a special fund for fines collected under the program, with revenues deposited and expended in the county where violations occurred for program operation and maintenance.

Mandates a red light running committee to review the program and recommend amendments to the legislature prior to the 2018 session.

Appropriates unspecified amounts to the City and County of Honolulu, County of Maui, County of Hawaii, and County of Kauai for fiscal year 2018-2019 to establish the program; effective July 1, 2050.