Proposed Rules for Parking on Public Property (SB 910)

The Frame

What this does

If enacted, this bill would change how local governments manage parking revenue and enforcement, potentially reducing parking costs for drivers and limiting the ability of municipalities to contract with private parking management firms.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Local governments

They must implement refund systems, manage time carry-overs, and adjust parking enforcement timelines.

Vehicle owners

They are eligible for refunds or time transfers for unused parking and receive extended grace periods before towing or ticketing.

Private parking management companies

They would be prohibited from operating paid parking on public property under contract with local governments.

What changed

Last recorded activity March 13, 2026.

What's next

Introduced.

Background

SB 910 was introduced during the 2026 legislative session but did not advance past the committee stage. context

Summary

This bill would require local governments to refund unused parking fees or transfer that time to the next driver, while also setting mandatory grace periods before vehicles can be towed or ticketed on . It also seeks to ban local governments from leasing public land to private companies for paid parking operations.

Key Facts

You don't have to trust us. Each fact below is taken straight from the official document - click any one to see the exact passage, highlighted in the original.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I get money back if I leave a parking spot early?

Under this bill, local governments would be required to refund you for the unused portion of your parking fee. If a refund is not possible, they must allow the remaining time to be used by the next person who parks in that spot.

How long can I stay in a metered spot after my time expires before getting a ticket?

The bill proposes a 2-hour grace period after your meter or allotted time expires before a traffic citation can be issued.

Can my car be towed immediately if I am parked illegally on a street?

No, the bill would prohibit towing from streets, roadways, or highways until at least 12 hours have elapsed from the time the vehicle was parked.

Why It Matters

If enacted, this bill would change how local governments manage parking revenue and enforcement, potentially reducing parking costs for drivers and limiting the ability of municipalities to contract with private parking management firms.