Illinois 103rd Regular Session Status: In Committee 1 D cosponsors

SB 1459 — ALPR SYSTEM DATA ACT

Last action — Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 103rd Regular Session. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

Summary

Creates the Automated License Plate Recognition System Data Act. Provides that a law enforcement agency may use recorded automated license plate recognition system (ALPR) data and historical ALPR system data only for a legitimate law enforcement purpose. Provides that ALPR system data collected by law enforcement and historical ALPR system data collected by law enforcement may not be used, shared, sold, traded, or exchanged for any other purpose. Requires law enforcement agencies using an automated license plate recognition system to: adopt a policy governing use of the system; adopt a privacy policy to ensure that ALPR system data and historical ALPR system data is not used or shared in violation of this Act; adopt audit procedures relating to use of ALPR system data and historical ALPR system data; and adopt and periodically update a comprehensive training program for agency employees who use or have access to ALPR system data and procedures to adhere to policies and procedures governing use of ALPR system data or historical ALPR system data. Provides that a State or local law enforcement agency may retain ALPR system data for 5 years. Provides that after 5 years, the State or local law enforcement agency must create an internal record showing why data older than 5 years was accessed, and attach a case name and number, the name of the officer that accessed the data, the date, and an explanation for why the data was accessed. Prohibits admission of data that is used in violation of the Act in a court or administrative proceeding. Prohibits less restrictive local regulation, including by home rule units. Defines terms. Amends the Freedom of Information Act to exempt ALPR system and historical ALPR system data from disclosure under the Act.

Bill Text

Action History

  1. Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

  2. Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As March 31, 2023

  3. Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As March 24, 2023

  4. To Executive Subcommittee on Special Issues

  5. Assigned to Executive

  6. Referred to Assignments

  7. First Reading

  8. Filed with Secretary by Sen. Laura M. Murphy

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Frequently asked questions

What does SB 1459 do?
Creates the Automated License Plate Recognition System Data Act. Provides that a law enforcement agency may use recorded automated license plate recognition system (ALPR) data and historical ALPR system data only for a legitimate law enforcement purpose. Provides that ALPR system data collected by law enforcement and historical ALPR system data collected by law enforcement may not be used, shared, sold, traded, or exchanged for any other purpose. Requires law enforcement agencies using an automated license plate recognition system to: adopt a policy governing use of the system; adopt a privacy policy to ensure that ALPR system data and historical ALPR system data is not used or shared in violation of this Act; adopt audit procedures relating to use of ALPR system data and historical ALPR system data; and adopt and periodically update a comprehensive training program for agency employees who use or have access to ALPR system data and procedures to adhere to policies and procedures governing use of ALPR system data or historical ALPR system data. Provides that a State or local law enforcement agency may retain ALPR system data for 5 years. Provides that after 5 years, the State or local law enforcement agency must create an internal record showing why data older than 5 years was accessed, and attach a case name and number, the name of the officer that accessed the data, the date, and an explanation for why the data was accessed. Prohibits admission of data that is used in violation of the Act in a court or administrative proceeding. Prohibits less restrictive local regulation, including by home rule units. Defines terms. Amends the Freedom of Information Act to exempt ALPR system and historical ALPR system data from disclosure under the Act.
Who sponsors SB 1459?
SB 1459 is sponsored by Laura M. Murphy (Democrat).
What is the current status of SB 1459?
This bill died with 103rd Regular Session. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track SB 1459?
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