Relating to the use of automated systems that detect traffic violations or registration plate information, and making penalties applicable

Where it is now

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   Done: IntroducedJanuary 12, 2026
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   Done: SubcommitteeJanuary 14, 2026
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   Done: Senate committeeFebruary 11, 2026
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   Done: Passes the SenateMarch 10, 202630–15
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   Done: House committeeMarch 18, 2026
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   Done: Passes the HouseApril 16, 202677–11
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   Stopped: To the GovernorDied when the General Assembly ended
8. Next: Signed into law

Died when the session ended The 2026 session adjourned on May 3, 2026, the General Assembly’s last regular session. Bills that didn’t pass both chambers died. What’s a funnel?

Amendments · 3

3 adopted · 0 failed. Newest first.

• S-5192 · filed April 16, 2026 by

  AI summary This amendment adds new rules for how local authorities can use automatic license plate readers. It requires local governments to pass ordinances to use these devices, prohibits the use of facial recognition technology with them, and requires law enforcement to keep search logs and delete images after 30 days.
  Adopted
  April 30, 2026
• H-8364 · filed April 14, 2026 by

  AI summary This amendment adds new rules for how local authorities can use automatic registration plate readers, including requiring local ordinances for their use and prohibiting facial recognition technology. It requires agencies to keep search logs, perform audits, and delete captured images within 30 days unless they are needed for a criminal investigation. It also establishes criminal penalties for violating these rules and prohibits using plate reader data for marketing or commercial purposes.
  Adopted
  April 16, 2026
• S-5092 · filed March 10, 2026 by Sen. Adrian Dickey (R)

  AI summary This amendment changes the rule about sharing license plate data by allowing it to be shared with law enforcement, certain contractors, and insurance companies for specific purposes like investigating fraud or recovering a vehicle.
  Adopted
  March 10, 2026