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SB 338

Baltimore County - Speed Monitoring Systems - Interstate 695 and Interstate 83

2025 Regular Session

Baltimore County gains authority to install automated speed cameras on I-695 and I-83 to enforce speed limits and fund transportation safety projects.

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 582
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Bill Summary · SB 338

Legislative bill overview

SB 338 authorizes Baltimore County to install and operate automated speed monitoring systems (speed cameras) on Interstate 695 and Interstate 83. The bill allows the county to use these systems to detect speeding violations and issue citations to violators, with revenue generated going toward transportation safety improvements.

Why is this important

This legislation addresses highway safety on two major interstate corridors that experience significant traffic congestion and accidents. The bill provides Baltimore County with a tool to enforce speed limits and potentially reduce high-speed collisions, while creating a revenue stream designated for safety-related infrastructure projects.

Potential points of contention

  • Privacy and surveillance concerns: Automated cameras continuously monitor and record vehicle movements, raising questions about privacy expectations on public highways and data retention practices
  • Revenue-dependent enforcement: Critics argue that speed camera programs can prioritize revenue generation over genuine safety goals, with evidence from other jurisdictions showing placement in areas with violations rather than highest accident rates
  • Disproportionate impact: Lower-income drivers may be more vulnerable to citations and fines, potentially creating regressive economic consequences, while wealthier individuals can more easily pay or contest violations

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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