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IN HB1292

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Blake Johnson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Counties and municipalities may adopt ordinances authorizing automated traffic enforcement safety devices (photo/radar/laser) to detect school bus stop-arm violations and speed limit violations in school zones within 2,500 feet of schools
  • Civil penalties for violations capped at $250, with at least 50% of revenue going to device installation, operation, and maintenance costs, and the remainder to the general fund for public safety and infrastructure
  • Violations cannot be reported on driving records, used to assess BMV points, or used by insurers to determine motor vehicle insurance rates
  • Vehicle registration will be suspended for unpaid violations after 30 days notice, requiring payment of the civil penalty and reinstatement fee to restore registration
  • Police officers must review and approve each recorded image before a violation notice can be sent, and agents operating the devices are prohibited from reselling collected data

Legislative Description

Automated traffic enforcement safety devices.

Last Action

First reading: referred to Committee on Roads and Transportation

1/6/2026

Committee Referrals

Roads and Transportation1/6/2026

Full Bill Text

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