MD HB1226

Expands the existing Prince George's County stop sign monitoring system pilot program to include school zones in the 45th and 46th Legislative Districts in Baltimore City and the City of Takoma Park, if authorized by local law

Imposes a civil penalty of up to $40 for drivers recorded by stop sign monitoring systems failing to come to a complete stop at a stop sign, with citations mailed within 2 weeks of the violation

Violations are not considered moving violations, do not result in points on driving records, and may not affect motor vehicle insurance rates

Requires Baltimore City and Takoma Park to each report to the Governor and General Assembly by December 1, 2027 on program effectiveness, including costs, revenue, number of citations, and impact on reducing violations and pedestrian injuries

Takes effect July 1, 2025 and automatically expires on June 30, 2029 (4-year pilot program)