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(LEX 18) — A new Kentucky law aims to enhance safety in highway work zones, honoring the memory of Jared Helton, a 22-year-old from Magoffin County who died in a work zone crash out-of-state six years ago.
The Jared Lee Helton Act of 2025, signed into law this year, allows the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet to implement automated speed enforcement technology designed to notify police of drivers exceeding the speed limit by more than 10 mph.
Named in tribute to Helton, the law seeks to reduce the risks faced by construction crews and drivers alike.
"I wanted to make a difference, and now this will be Jared's lifelong legacy," said his mother, Lonja Helton.
In 2022, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet reported nearly 300 injuries and seven fatalities in work zones across the state.
The bill's sponsor, Kentucky Representative John Blanton (R-Saylersville), emphasized that the legislation is focused on protecting lives rather than merely issuing citations.
Under the provisions of the new law, the automated enforcement zones will be clearly marked when active. In order to issue a citation, a police...
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