Bill > HB1125

This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for the use of Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) systems on Pennsylvania's trafficways, providing detailed regulations for their installation and operation. The legislation defines an ALPR system as a mobile camera setup with computer algorithms that convert vehicle registration plate images into readable data for law enforcement and public safety purposes, explicitly excluding systems used solely for traffic violations or tolling. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation will have the authority to issue permits for ALPR installations, with specific requirements including the use of "breakaway poles" (crash-tested poles that yield upon impact) in areas without physical barriers, allowing pole placement up to 15 feet from travel lanes, and permitting attachments to existing infrastructure with proper approvals. The bill allows law enforcement agencies to submit permit applications directly or through authorized third parties, and mandates a 30-day review period for each application. The purpose of these regulations is to standardize and control the deployment of license plate reader technology, ensuring safety and consistency in their installation across the state's highway systems.