Bill > HR5394

This bill, known as the "Freedom from Automated Speed Enforcement Act of 2025," proposes to withhold 10 percent of federal highway funding from any state that operates an automated speed enforcement system (traffic cameras that capture images of speeding vehicles without a law enforcement officer present). The bill requires state governors to annually certify to the U.S. Secretary of Transportation that no jurisdiction within their state uses such automated speed enforcement systems, with the Secretary having the authority to audit these certifications. However, the bill provides a specific exception allowing automated speed enforcement in school zones during posted school hours and in active construction work zones, provided certain conditions are met, such as clear signage and speed limit restrictions. If a state fails to submit the required certification, they will lose a portion of their federal highway funds starting in fiscal year 2026. The Secretary of Transportation is also authorized to develop regulations to implement these provisions. The primary intent of the bill appears to be discouraging the use of automated traffic enforcement technology by creating a financial disincentive for states that employ such systems.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/5394/all-info