Howard County - Noise Abatement Monitoring Systems - Authorization

This bill authorizes Howard County (and Montgomery/Prince George's Counties) to use noise abatement monitoring systems to enforce motor vehicle noise laws. The systems, which include sensors that automatically capture photos/videos showing a vehicle's license plate and decibel readings when noise exceeds limits by 5+ decibels, must be deployed with public notice and visible warning signs. County officials must review disputed citations and can void erroneous ones, while vehicle owners (excluding rentals/lease companies) receive notices of alleged violations. The policy directly affects drivers in these counties who operate vehicles exceeding noise thresholds.