February 26, 2015, CO– A US Congressman has introduced legislation that, if passed, would prohibit the use of automated cameras in traffic enforcement across the country.

A US Congressman has introduced legislation that, if passed, would prohibit the use of automated cameras in traffic enforcement across the country.

Echoing the charges of camera critics, Rep. Ed Perlmutter (D-Colorado) says red-light and speed cameras are primarily used for generating revenue and that they don’t substantially contribute to road safety.

“He drives around and sees these on the street, and he just feels fundamentally, there’s not sufficient evidence out there that these cameras work in the interest of public safety,” Ashley Hause, Perlmutter’s spokesperson, said.

His comments and legislation are sure to renew debate over the controversial cameras. Safety experts and law-enforcement officials believe they’re essential tools in protecting motorists, but critics charge the cameras do little more than generate revenue for cash-strapped municipalities.  more