Governor signs measure to put red light cameras in some parts of the state

Governor signs measure to put red light cameras across the state

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ROCHESTER, N.Y. — New York State is getting new red light cameras. Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a measure on Wednesday to expand or create red light camera programs in New York City, Albany, White Plains, New Rochelle, and some other areas.

“When there’s a camera, drivers know about it. They’re less likely to dart through, try to get through a red light, and that means they’re less likely to hurt or kill someone in a vehicle or on the street,” Hochul said.

The new legislation also addresses penalties for passing stopped school buses and seat belt usage on charter buses for children.

The Rochester region isn’t listed as one of the locations that will get red light cameras. You may recall, Rochester had red light cameras but removed them over community complaints that they were disproportionately placed in poor neighborhoods. Back in 2017, the City of Rochester ended the red light camera program.