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AI Summary
SB66 establishes the California Council on the Future of Transportation to advise on autonomous vehicle policy, effective until January 1, 2035.
Business Impact
If you develop autonomous vehicle technology, engage with the council's recommendations by January 1, 2024, to align with state policies.
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Introduced
— Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee
— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed
— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted
— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed
— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown
— Status data not yet available or awaiting classification
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What This Means
SB66 mandates the creation of an advisory council to guide California's policy on autonomous vehicles. The council will provide recommendations to enhance safety, equity, and environmental goals.
Key Provisions
- Establishment of the California Council on the Future of Transportation (Section 13985(a))
- Council to provide policy recommendations on autonomous vehicles (Section 13985(b))
- Council to consist of 23 members including state officials and public representatives (Section 13985(c))
- Report submission to Legislature by January 1, 2024, with updates biennially (Section 13985(d))
- Creation of subcommittees for specific topics, including environmental objectives (Section 13985(f))
Latest Legislative Action
August 26 hearing: Held in committee and under submission.
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Benjamin Allen D | Sponsor | SD-026 |
Roll Call Votes (showing 3 of 6)
A ·
Do pass and be re-referred to the Committee on [Appropriations] ·
Jul 7, 2021
11 Yea
0 Nay
2 Other
Passed ✓
A ·
Do pass and be re-referred to the Committee on [Communications and Conveyance] ·
Jun 21, 2021
14 Yea
0 Nay
1 Other
Passed ✓
S ·
Special Consent SB66 ·
Jun 1, 2021
39 Yea
0 Nay
1 Other
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Engage with the advisory committee's findings and recommendations.
Who: Operators and stakeholders in the autonomous vehicle sector.
Penalty: Potential regulatory challenges.
Who: Operators and stakeholders in the autonomous vehicle sector.
Penalty: Potential regulatory challenges.
Related & Companion Bills
Full Legal Analysis
Senate Bill 66, introduced by Senator Allen, proposes the establishment of the California Council on the Future of Transportation. This advisory committee will be chaired by the Secretary of Transportation and include 23 additional members from various state agencies and public sectors. The council's primary role is to provide the Governor and Legislature with recommendations on state policy changes to ensure autonomous vehicle deployment aligns with California's safety, equity, and environmental objectives. The council is tasked with gathering public input and submitting a report by January 1, 2024, with biennial updates thereafter. Subcommittees will be formed to focus on specific topics, including one led by the Office of Planning and Research to address environmental and public health goals. The bill's provisions will be repealed on January 1, 2035.
Official Source
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