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To prohibit the Secretary of Transportation from issuing any rule, regulation, or guidance that promotes the use of traffic photo enforcement, and for other purposes.

12/15/2023, 3:58 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3823

Bill 118 hr 3823, also known as the "Prohibition of Traffic Photo Enforcement Act," aims to prevent the Secretary of Transportation from implementing any rules, regulations, or guidance that would encourage the use of traffic photo enforcement. This type of enforcement involves the use of cameras to capture images of vehicles violating traffic laws, such as running red lights or speeding, and issuing citations based on these images.

The bill seeks to prohibit the Secretary of Transportation from promoting the use of traffic photo enforcement as a means of enforcing traffic laws. This includes any rules, regulations, or guidance that would incentivize or require states or localities to implement traffic photo enforcement programs.

The purpose of this bill is to address concerns about the use of traffic photo enforcement, including issues related to privacy, due process, and the accuracy of citations issued based on camera images. Supporters of the bill argue that traffic photo enforcement can be unreliable and may infringe on individuals' rights. Overall, Bill 118 hr 3823 aims to restrict the use of traffic photo enforcement and ensure that other methods of enforcing traffic laws are prioritized. The bill is currently under consideration in the US Congress and has garnered support from lawmakers who are critical of the use of traffic cameras for enforcement purposes.

Congressional Summary of HR 3823

This bill prohibits the Department of Transportation from promoting the use of traffic photo enforcement in any rule, regulation, or guidance.

Current Status of Bill HR 3823

Bill HR 3823 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 5, 2023. Bill HR 3823 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 5, 2023.  Bill HR 3823's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit. as of June 6, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3823

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3823

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative law and regulatory procedures
- Department of Transportation
- Motor vehicles
- Photography and imaging
- Transportation safety and security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3823

To prohibit the Secretary of Transportation from issuing any rule, regulation, or guidance that promotes the use of traffic photo enforcement, and for other purposes.
To prohibit the Secretary of Transportation from issuing any rule, regulation, or guidance that promotes the use of traffic photo enforcement, and for other purposes.

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