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House rejects change that would divert some interstate speeding fines to state
Summary
After extended debate and an amendment narrowing coverage to municipalities, the House defeated Senate Bill 54 (law-enforcement amendments) on Feb. 24, 2006, by a 21-49 vote; supporters said the bill addressed perceived revenue-enhancement, opponents warned it would disincentivize local patrols on interstates.
SALT LAKE CITY — The Utah House on Feb. 24 considered Senate Bill 54, a measure to change how revenues from speeding violations on interstate highways are allocated, but ultimately voted to file the bill after extended floor debate and amendment votes.
Sponsor Representative Urquhart described the substitute version as addressing revenue flows from local law enforcement agencies that issue speeding citations on state interstates. He said the substitute also prohibits part-time highway patrol employees working for…
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