As introduced: - Establishes a regulatory framework for autonomous vehicle pilot projects, initially restricting them to certain specified counties, and authorizes the Department of Transportation to permit statewide deployment after three years based on project performance. - Requires an entity to obtain authorization from the Department to operate an autonomous vehicle, which includes submitting a first responder interaction plan and proof of $1 million in financial responsibility per incident. - Grants the state exclusive authority to regulate autonomous vehicles and prohibits regulation by local home rule units. - Defines an engaged automated driving system as the legal driver for the purpose of assessing compliance with traffic laws.
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
Mar 13, 2026 | S | Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As March 27, 2026 |
Feb 17, 2026 | S | Assigned to Executive |
Feb 4, 2026 | S | Filed with Secretary by Sen. Michael E. Hastings |
Feb 4, 2026 | S | First Reading |
Feb 4, 2026 | S | Referred to Assignments |
| Last Action | Mar 13, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Year | 2025 |
| Bill Type | Bill |
| Created | Mar 21, 2026 |
| Updated | Mar 14, 2026 |