As perfected 3/10/2026: - Authorizes the operation of fully autonomous vehicles on public roads without a human driver, provided the operator first submits a law enforcement interaction plan and proof of financial responsibility. - Designates the automated driving system, when engaged, as the legal driver or operator of the vehicle for the purpose of assessing compliance with traffic laws. - Exempts fully autonomous vehicles designed to operate exclusively by the automated system from motor vehicle equipment laws that relate to a human driver. - Prohibits local governments and other state agencies from banning, regulating, or imposing specific taxes or fees on the operation of autonomous vehicles.
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
Mar 19, 2026 | S | Reported to the Senate and First Read (S) |
Mar 16, 2026 | — | Delivered to the Senate |
Mar 12, 2026 | H | Executive Session Completed (H) |
Mar 12, 2026 | H | Voted Do Pass (H) |
Mar 12, 2026 | H | Reported Do Pass (H) |
Mar 12, 2026 | H | Placed on the Informal Third Reading Calendar (H) |
Mar 12, 2026 | H | Taken Up for Third Reading (H) |
Mar 12, 2026 | H | Third Read and Passed (H) |
| Last Action | Mar 19, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Year | 2026 |
| Bill Type | Bill |
| Created | Mar 21, 2026 |
| Updated | Mar 19, 2026 |