Bill > S04682

This bill establishes a demonstration program implementing speed violation monitoring systems in work zones by means of photo devices. The bill relates to notices of liability and the adjudication of certain traffic infractions involving the use of photo monitoring devices. The key provisions include: - Authorizing the Commissioner of Transportation and the Chair of the Thruway Authority to establish demonstration programs using photo speed violation monitoring systems in highway construction or maintenance work areas on controlled-access highways and the Thruway. - Imposing monetary liability on vehicle owners for failure of the operator to comply with posted speed limits in these work zones, with penalties up to $100 for repeat violations. - Establishing procedures for issuing notices of liability, adjudicating violations, and providing defenses for owners. - Regulating the use and privacy of the photographs and recordings from the monitoring systems. - Dedicating a portion of the fines collected to work zone safety projects. - Providing a 30-day warning period before enforcement begins. The bill also makes related amendments to the Vehicle and Traffic Law and General Municipal Law.

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2021/S4682