There will be a traffic jam of bills related to red-light camera technology as a third bill is now expected to be introduced on the controversial issue.

That bill, which could be introduced in the House as early as today, would create a study to measure the public safety impact of the use of red-light cameras and speed photo enforcement cameras. The study also would look into claims that cities that use the technology are motivated by the revenue collected from tickets.

“We want to make evidence-based decisions when making public policy decisions of this magnitude,” said Rep. Dan Pabon, D-Denver, who is sponsoring the study bill.

Once introduced, Pabon’s bill makes it the third red-light camera-related measure that lawmakers will be working on, with less than a week to go the session.

Another effort, Senate Bill 276, would require voter approval if cities wish to use red-light camera technology. The bill would tack on stiff penalties if cities refuse to go to the voters.

A House counterpart titled House Bill 1098 originally sought an outright ban the use of red-light and speed photo enforcement cameras. However, that bill is expected to be amended to also include a voter-approval provision, but without the penalties that are included in the Senate version.

Efforts to ban red-light cameras in the state have become a bit of tradition at the General Assembly in recent years, with each past effort falling short.

Municipalities oppose banning the technology, pointing to its positive impact on public safety. Opponents say speed photo and red-light camera systems are put in place by cities to drive revenue and point to constitutional concerns.

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