Proposed bill would allow Mass. communities to use red light, speed cameras (opens original article in a new tab)

A Massachusetts senator proposes allowing cities to use red light and speed cameras to enforce traffic violations, aiming to improve safety with automated enforcement. The bill includes privacy safeguards and has support from the ACLU, but faces questions about cost and implementation.

• Massachusetts senator introduces bill to allow red light and speed cameras for traffic enforcement.
• Cameras would not capture vehicle fronts and photos would be destroyed within 48 hours.
• ACLU supports the legislation, distinguishing it from other surveillance systems.
• 22 states and D.C. already use red light cameras, but Massachusetts Senate has not yet acted.