TEXAS — Texas is saying adios to red-light traffic cameras.<br /><br />Gov. Greg Abbott of Texas slammed the brakes on redlight cameras and signed a bill to ban them. According to the Houston Chronicle, it will go into effect on September 1st.<br /><br />The bill will put a stop to the cameras which normally fine drivers $75 for running reds.<br /><br />According to Fox 7, those opposed to the cameras claim they're un-American and violate privacy. And let's be honest, they're just annoying. <br /><br />Advocates of the cameras include local law enforcement who insist they make a real difference in the areas they're installed.<br /><br />An interview with NBC 5 heard the chiefs of both Bedford and Plano police departments say, "We have seen a dramatic reduction of intersection accidents… That means less people are getting hurt traveling our roadways".<br /><br />The Houston Chronicle reported that some critics label the cameras as a money grab. <br />And at 75 bucks a pop, they do have somewhat of a point. <br /><br />Supporter of the bill Senator Bob Hall, said, "It does not have to do with safety".
