The bill exempts fully autonomous vehicles from certain regulations, allowing them to operate without a human driver and establishes insurance and operational requirements.
If you operate autonomous vehicles in Florida, you must comply with new insurance and operational requirements by 7/1/2019 or face penalties.
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What This Means
House Bill 311 significantly alters the regulatory landscape for autonomous vehicles in Florida. It allows fully autonomous vehicles to operate without a human driver and establishes new insurance and operational guidelines. This bill impacts manufacturers, operators, and insurers involved in the autonomous vehicle sector.
Key Provisions
- Exempts autonomous vehicles from certain prohibitions.
- Human operator not required for fully autonomous vehicles.
- Automated driving system deemed operator when engaged.
- Florida Turnpike Enterprise can fund and operate facilities.
- Establishes insurance requirements for on-demand autonomous vehicle networks.
- Revises registration requirements for autonomous vehicles.
Latest Legislative Action
Chapter No. 2019-101
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| State Affairs Committee | Sponsor | |
| Jason Fischer R | Sponsor | HD-016 |
Roll Call Votes
Amendments (3)
Compliance Checklist
Who: Operators and manufacturers of autonomous vehicles.
Deadline: By 7/1/2019
Penalty: Potential fines or operational restrictions.
Who: Vehicle owners and operators.
Deadline: By 7/1/2019
Penalty: Non-compliance may lead to fines.
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