The convergence of sensing, wireless telecommunications, and multi-media platforms haveprovided new opportunities for the development of intelligent transportation systems (ITS).These systems can provide real-time information to travelers and transportation agencies. Aswell as increase the overall efficiency and improve the management of the transportationnetwork. While ITS applications, including those derived from connected vehicle technology,can enhance mobility, increase safety, and improve the environmental performance of thetransportation system, they also raise legal and ethical questions about privacy, anonymity, andother concerns related to use of ITS data. As a prerequisite to deployment of ITS technologies,issues regarding the collection, management, and use of data must be addressed to thesatisfaction of all parties, including government agencies, businesses, and private citizens. Thispaper summarizes the legal environment surrounding ITS, as well as controls used by agenciesand industry to ensure ethical practices relating to ITS. Next, it describes specific ITSapplications and discusses several issues relating to government involvement with ITSapplications and data. Finally, the paper outlines specific recommendations for ITS planners anddevelopers. These recommendations address determining system attributes and requirementswhile considering ethical implications and tradeoffs; resolving acceptance, adoption, and equityissues; and designing a system for the ethical governance and management of ITS and theinformation they create.
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