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IA HF2555
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Judd Lawler
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AI Summary
- Restricts automatic license plate reader (ALPR) use exclusively to law enforcement agencies, prohibiting private persons and entities from operating these devices
- Requires law enforcement agencies to maintain detailed audit trails tracking all ALPR queries, including the username, date/time, purpose, case number, and specific offense type for criminal investigations
- Limits ALPR data retention to 30 days unless the data is associated with an active criminal investigation, missing/endangered person case, or human trafficking investigation
- Mandates that law enforcement agencies publish written policies on ALPR use and data handling on public websites, and establishes procurement requirements through state administrative services
- Creates penalties for violations and requires vendors contracting with law enforcement for ALPR installation, use, or maintenance to comply with the same data protection standards
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to the use of automatic registration plate readers and providing penalties.(See HF 2701.)
Last Action
Committee report approving bill, renumbered as HF 2701.
2/23/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/16/2026
Full Bill Text
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