Bill > HB1591

This bill provides a comprehensive framework for how private parking lot owners and operators can manage their parking facilities in Pennsylvania. The bill allows private parking lot owners to establish their own rules and rates for parking, including fees for rule violations, and requires them to place clear, legible signage at the entrance of the lot that explains parking charges and rules. The legislation also establishes a process for invoicing vehicle owners for unpaid parking charges, mandating that invoices must be placed on the vehicle or mailed within 10 business days of the violation. Furthermore, the bill enables parking lot owners to request vehicle registration information from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation to send invoices, but strictly limits this access to only obtaining the name and mailing address of the vehicle's registered owner. The bill includes protections against misuse of this information, making it a third-degree misdemeanor with a $500 fine for improper use of obtained records. Additionally, the bill outlines a mechanism for the department to charge a reasonable fee for record requests, with provisions for adjusting this fee annually based on the Consumer Price Index. The bill will take effect 21 months after its passage, providing ample time for stakeholders to prepare for the new regulations.

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

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