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This bill establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for automated license plate reader (ALPR) systems on state highways in Pennsylvania. The legislation defines key terms, including ALPR systems as automated high-speed cameras that convert license plate images into computer-readable data, specifically for use by government agencies and excluding traffic violation or tolling devices. The Department of Transportation will be responsible for issuing permits for ALPR system installations, with a detailed permitting process that includes specific technical and safety requirements. These requirements mandate the use of MASH-tested (Manual for Assessing Safety Hardware) poles in open areas, with alternative non-tested poles allowed only behind barriers, and precise installation guidelines regarding distance from travel lanes and existing infrastructure. The bill stipulates that poles must be at least 12 feet from the nearest travel lane without a curb, or four feet from a curb or barrier, and that camera installations on existing infrastructure require proper approvals. Third-party permit applications are allowed with written authorization from the government agency, and the department will have a 30-day review period for permit applications. The aim is to create a standardized, safety-focused approach to deploying ALPR systems on state highways.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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