HB4451 Summary

• Amends Illinois Vehicle Code Section 11-208.8 to regulate automated speed enforcement systems in safety zones within one-eighth mile of schools or parks, applicable only to municipalities with 1,000,000+ residents.

• Sets civil penalties: up to $50 (plus $50 late fee) for speeds 6-10 mph over limit; up to $100 (plus $100 late fee) for speeds over 10 mph; no penalty if 5 mph or less over limit; violations are not recorded on driving records.

• Systems may operate only during school days (6 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 6 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday) for school zones, and one hour before/after park hours for park zones; roadway must display signage and 30-day notice before enforcement begins.

• Requires municipalities to set aside 10% of net proceeds from systems generating over $500,000 annually for the school or park in the safety zone; remaining proceeds must fund public safety, pedestrian safety, infrastructure, or after-school programs.

• Mandates statistical safety impact analysis following installation and every 2 years thereafter; prohibits vendor compensation based on citation volume; establishes conflict-of-interest restrictions for elected officials and government employees regarding speed enforcement vendors.