6/28/05-A bill that sought to ban ticketing agencies from keeping a portion of traffic fines has died.
SB295, sponsored by Sen. Floyd Prozanski, D-Eugene, remained in the Senate Judiciary Committee when the panel wrapped up its work for the year. The measure, however, could be revived if the committee’s chairman calls for additional panel meetings.
Currently, the revenue collected from traffic offenses in the state flows into the coffers of the law-enforcement agency’s jurisdiction.
Under the bill, half of the money collected would have been split evenly between the state school fund, where the money would have gone for high school driver’s education, and police officer training. The remaining half would have continued to fund the court where the cases are handled.

1/27/05-A bill in the Senate Judiciary Committee would ban ticketing agencies from keeping a portion of traffic fines.
Currently, the revenue collected from traffic offenses in the state flows into the coffers of the law-enforcement agency’s jurisdiction.
Under SB295, sponsored by Sen. Floyd Prozanski, D-Eugene, half of the money collected would be split evenly between the state school fund, where the money would be earmarked for high school driver’s education, and police officer training. The remaining half would continue to go to the court where the cases are handled.
For bill status, call (503) 986-1180.

1/17/05-In an effort against lucrative speed traps, Sen. Floyd Prozanski, D-Eugene, has introduced a bill that would ban ticketing agencies from keeping a portion of traffic fines.
Currently, the revenue collected from traffic offenses in the state flows into the coffers of the law-enforcement agency’s jurisdiction.
Under the bill – SB295 – half of the money collected would be split evenly between the state school fund, where the money would be earmarked for high school driver’s education, and police officer training. The remaining half would continue to go to the court where the cases are handled.
It is awaiting assignment to a committee. For bill status, call (503) 986-1180.