Bill > HB1071

This bill allows local governments, such as counties, cities, and municipalities, to install and operate automated vehicle identification systems (AVIS) on highways that are part of the federal interstate highway system, which was previously only permitted for the state. An AVIS is a system that uses technology to identify vehicles, typically to detect traffic violations, and is distinct from systems that continuously track all passing vehicles. The bill clarifies that AVIS violations result in administrative citations and penalties for the vehicle owner, not convictions for the driver, and therefore do not implicate federal rules about masking traffic convictions. It also specifies that data collected by AVIS is confidential and exempt from public disclosure, and that state and local employees are prohibited from disclosing this data for federal immigration enforcement purposes. The legislative intent behind this change is to enhance traffic safety by providing local governments with a safe and effective tool for traffic enforcement on interstates, where in-person enforcement can be dangerous and resource-intensive.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/HB26-1071