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S 8117

Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Griffo

Bill S 8117 establishes a school speed zone camera program in Oneida County to deter speeding, enhancing safety for students and reducing accident risks.

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Bill Summary · S 8117

Summary of Bill S 8117

Title

Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida

Purpose and Intent

Bill S 8117 aims to enhance the safety of school zones in Oneida County by implementing a demonstration program that utilizes speed zone cameras. The primary intent is to reduce speeding in areas where children are present, thereby decreasing the risk of accidents and improving overall traffic safety.

Key Provisions

  • Establishment of a Camera Program: The bill proposes the creation of a school speed zone camera demonstration program specifically for Oneida County. This program will allow for the installation of automated cameras that monitor vehicle speeds in designated school zones.

  • Enforcement Mechanism: Vehicles exceeding the speed limit in these zones will be photographed, and citations will be issued to the registered owners of the vehicles. This aims to deter speeding through automated enforcement.

  • Duration and Evaluation: The program will be implemented as a demonstration project, allowing for evaluation of its effectiveness in improving safety in school zones. Specific metrics for evaluation may be outlined in subsequent regulations.

Affected Parties

  • Students and Parents: The primary beneficiaries of this bill are students attending schools in Oneida County, as the program is designed to create a safer environment for them.

  • Drivers: Vehicle owners and drivers in the area will be subject to the new enforcement measures, which may affect their driving behavior in school zones.

  • Local Authorities: The implementation of this program will involve local law enforcement and transportation departments, which will be responsible for managing the camera systems and processing violations.

Procedural Timeline

  • Introduced: May 15, 2025
  • Legislative Actions:
    • May 15, 2025: Bill referred to the Transportation Committee.
    • May 27, 2025: First report calendar.
    • May 28, 2025: Second report calendar.
    • May 29, 2025: Advanced to third reading.
    • June 10, 2025: Passed in the Senate and delivered to the Assembly.
    • June 10, 2025: Referred to the Transportation Committee for further consideration.
    • June 10, 2025: Home rule request submitted.

Conclusion

Bill S 8117 represents a proactive approach to enhancing safety in school zones within Oneida County through the use of technology. By establishing a speed zone camera program, the bill seeks to deter speeding and protect children, while also providing a framework for evaluating the program's effectiveness. The bill is currently under consideration in the Assembly after passing the Senate.

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

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