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AI Summary
The bill authorizes the use of autonomous technology to operate vehicles in autonomous mode, designating this technology as the operator for legal compliance.
Business Impact
If you operate autonomous vehicles in Florida, you must ensure your technology complies with traffic laws or face legal penalties.
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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
Florida's H725 bill establishes a legal framework for the operation of autonomous vehicles using autonomous technology. It designates this technology as the operator, ensuring compliance with traffic laws.
Key Provisions
- Authorizes the use of autonomous technology to operate vehicles in autonomous mode.
- Designates autonomous technology as the operator for compliance with traffic laws.
- Confirms that autonomous technology is considered validly licensed.
Latest Legislative Action
Died in Government Accountability Committee
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Amy Mercado D | Sponsor | HD-048 |
| Jason Brodeur R | Sponsor | HD-028 |
| Joe Gruters R | Sponsor | SD-023 |
| Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee | Sponsor |
Amendments (1)
House Committee Amendment #768949
Pending
2017-03-06
Compliance Checklist
Ensure autonomous technology complies with traffic laws
Who: Operators of autonomous vehicles
Penalty: Legal penalties for non-compliance
Who: Operators of autonomous vehicles
Penalty: Legal penalties for non-compliance
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