Bill > SB1507

This bill amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to require the University of Illinois Chicago Urban Transportation Center to conduct a comprehensive study focused on North and South DuSable Lake Shore Drive. The study involves several key components: First, a detailed review of Chicago's multi-year crash data for the specified roadway; second, research into the potential effectiveness of artificial intelligence-powered cameras in improving traffic compliance and reducing crashes and fatalities; third, an analysis of driving behaviors to identify risky patterns in these crash-prone corridors; fourth, an assessment of psychological deterrence strategies for reducing habitual speeding; and fifth, an evaluation of how fatalities can be reduced using AI-powered cameras and alternative technical solutions. The Department of Transportation is mandated to adopt necessary rules to implement this study. The bill appears to be part of a broader effort to improve road safety, particularly in areas with high crash rates, by leveraging technology and data-driven insights to understand and mitigate traffic risks.

Government Affairs, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1507&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104