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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to regulate the use of automatic license plate reader systems. Transportation.
AI Summary
This bill regulates the use of Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR) systems in Massachusetts. It allows the use of ALPR systems by certain entities, such as parking enforcement, transportation departments, and law enforcement agencies, but only for specific purposes like identifying outstanding violations or stolen vehicles. The bill sets strict rules on how ALPR data can be accessed, used, and retained, including requiring deletion within 14 days unless pursuant to a valid warrant. It also requires entities using ALPR systems to adopt policies, post them publicly, and report annually on their usage. The bill establishes ALPR data as personal data under state law and prohibits its use for certain purposes like credit determinations or employment decisions. Finally, it provides for civil enforcement and penalties for unauthorized use of ALPR systems or data.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (12)
Mike Barrett (D),
Cynthia Creem (D),
Marjorie Decker (D),
Jamie Eldridge (D),
Ryan Fattman (R),
Donald Humason (R),
Pat Jehlen (D),
Jay Kaufman (D),
Kay Khan (D),
Eric Lesser (D),
Alice Peisch (D),
Denise Provost (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a new draft, see S2299 (on 02/12/2018)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1909 |
Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1909.pdf |
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