CHICAGO - February 6, 2012. Governor Pat Quinn today took action on the following bills:
Bill No.: SB 965
An Act Concerning: Transportation
Authorizes the city of Chicago to use automatic speed enforcement cameras within one-eighth of a mile around schools from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. during schooldays. Also authorizes use of automatic speed enforcement cameras within one-eighth of a mile around parks from one hour prior to facility opening to one hour after facility closing.
Action: Signed
Effective Date: July 1
Bill No.: SB 1697
An Act Concerning: Local Government
Mandates a $2 fee to be paid by defendants to the state's attorney and public defenders in counties with a population of 3 million or more, in order to create and maintain automatic recordkeeping systems.
Action: Signed
Effective Date: June 1
Bill No.: SB 1865
An Act Concerning: Local Government
Reduces fines set out in SB 965. Sets fines for driving six to 10 miles per hour over speed limit at a maximum of $50 with an additional $50 if late. Sets fines for driving 10 miles per hour over limit results at a maximum fine of $100, with an additional $100 if late. Requires cameras can be operated from Monday through Thursday, from 6 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Friday from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Action: Signed
Effective Date: July 1
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