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UT HB0275
Bill
Status
Failed
3/6/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jake Fitisemanu
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AI Summary
- Establishes a red light camera pilot program at up to 10 high-risk intersections, beginning no later than January 1, 2027 and ending no later than April 30, 2028
- Requires a 60-day data collection phase and 120-day public education phase at each intersection, during which only warnings (not citations or penalties) may be issued to vehicle owners
- Department of Transportation must identify high-risk intersections based on crash, traffic, and injury/fatality data, and is responsible for purchasing, leasing, and maintaining all cameras using existing funds
- Prohibits red light camera evidence from being used in criminal or civil proceedings except when obtained via warrant for purposes unrelated to red light violations; warnings do not affect driving records or result in points
- Program automatically repeals July 1, 2029, with UDOT and Department of Public Safety required to report to the Transportation Interim Committee by October 1, 2028 on effectiveness and crash rate data
Legislative Description
Traffic Safety Amendments
Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice
Last Action
House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
3/6/2026
Committee Referrals
Rules1/20/2026
Full Bill Text
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