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SCR 1002

photo enforcement systems; prohibition

57th Legislature - First Regular Session Introduced by Wendy Rogers

Would have banned or drastically limited automated photo enforcement (traffic cameras) in Arizona, removing statutory authority for these programs statewide.

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Bill Summary · SCR 1002

Summary — SCR 1002 (2025): Photo enforcement systems; prohibition

Status: FAILED (June 26, 2025)
Introduced: December 16, 2024 (Prefiled) — Senator Rogers
Classification: Senate Concurrent Resolution (measure to be submitted to the voters)

Purpose / intent

SCR 1002 proposed a voter-submitted law to prohibit or substantially restrict the use of automated “photo enforcement systems” (traffic cameras) in Arizona. The resolution would enact statutory changes and repeal existing statutory provisions that currently authorize or regulate automated photo enforcement for traffic violations. The measure was framed to be effective only if approved by voters and proclaimed by the Governor.

Key provisions (as described in the text)

  • Amendments to the Arizona Revised Statutes: would amend sections 28-601 (definitions), 28-627 and 28-1201 to reflect the policy change.
  • Repeals: would repeal sections 28-1202, 28-1203, 28-1204, 28-1205 and 28-1206 — statutory sections that (based on their numbering and context) relate to photo enforcement program authority, operation, penalties, and procedures.
  • Addition: would add a new section 28-1202 to Title 28, Chapter 3, Article 21 (motor vehicle/traffic law) — likely establishing the prohibition or new regulatory framework.
  • Repeal of 28-1602: also repeals another statute (28-1602) tied to traffic enforcement or administrative procedures.

Note: The provided document excerpts are truncated; the bill text in full is not shown. The bill’s title and the listed amendments/repeals indicate its central effect is to eliminate statutory authority for automated photo enforcement.

Who would be affected

  • Municipalities and counties that operate or contract for red‑light and speed camera programs (loss of statutory authority and related revenue streams).
  • Law enforcement agencies and state transportation agencies (changes to enforcement tools and program administration).
  • Private vendors/contractors that supply and operate photo enforcement systems.
  • Motorists/citizens (changes in how certain traffic violations are detected and enforced; possible reduction in automated citations).

Procedural / timeline notes

  • Passed the Senate on March 5, 2025; transmitted to the House and received readings in March 2025.
  • Committee actions recorded as "DP" (discussed/passed in committee) multiple times.
  • Final status: FAILED on June 26, 2025 (legislative action shows W/D and FAILED on that date).
  • Because SCR 1002 was a concurrent resolution to submit a statutory change to voters, it would have required voter approval in an election and the Governor’s proclamation to become law.

Potential impacts

  • Elimination of automated citation programs could reduce municipal revenue derived from camera fines and require reallocation of enforcement to sworn officers.
  • Safety outcomes could change depending on local enforcement strategies (some jurisdictions cite photo enforcement as a safety tool; others cite concerns about accuracy, privacy, or revenue incentives).
  • Contracts and pending citations tied to existing systems could require legal and administrative transition steps.

(If you want, I can locate the full bill text or the specific statutes referenced—28-1202 through 28-1206 and 28-1602—to give a clause-by-clause comparison of current law vs. the proposed changes.)

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

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