Texas HB2083 regulates the use of automatic license plate reader systems by governmental entities.

Texas HB2083 amends the Transportation Code to establish rules for the use of automatic license plate reader systems by governmental entities. The bill defines an automatic license plate reader system and captured plate data, and it outlines authorized uses, limitations, and data retention requirements. Governmental entities are allowed to use these systems for specific purposes, such as detecting or investigating felony crimes. The bill also mandates that captured plate data be destroyed unless it is retained for legal proceedings or other authorized purposes.

Texas HB2083 regulates the use of automatic license plate reader systems by governmental entities.

Texas HB2083 amends the Transportation Code to establish rules for the use of automatic license plate reader systems by governmental entities. The bill defines an automatic license plate reader system and captured plate data, and it outlines authorized uses, limitations, and data retention requirements. Governmental entities are allowed to use these systems for specific purposes, such as detecting or investigating felony crimes. The bill also mandates that captured plate data be destroyed unless it is retained for legal proceedings or other authorized purposes.