WASHINGTON — District drivers could soon see parking meters in business districts become a thing of the past under legislation that would automate curb management using license plate-reading cameras .

The bill, introduced by D.C. Councilmember Charles Allen, chair of the Committee on Transportation and the Environment, would transform how the city manages parking in high-traffic business districts. Allen held a hearing on the proposal Wednesday.

The system would use cameras to automatically read license plates when drivers park and charge them based on how long they stay. Drivers who register for a “curb pass” — similar to an E-ZPass for tolls — would have charges deducted directly from their accounts. Those who don’t register would receive a bill plus an administrative fee.

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