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FL S712: Autonomous Vehicles

Dead/Failed Florida · 2018 session

Last verified May 18, 2026 · official bill text

S712 · where it stands

This bill did not become law (dead/failed) · last action Mar 10, 2018.

What do these statuses mean?
Introduced
Filed in the legislature; may be waiting for a committee hearing.
Passed a chamber
Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action.
Signed / enacted
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In effect
The effective date has passed.
Dead / vetoed
Vetoed, failed, or the session ended without action.

In one paragraph

The bill allows fully autonomous vehicles to operate without a licensed human operator and exempts them from certain traffic laws.

Plain-English summary, written with AI assistance. The official text controls.

What it means for business

If you operate autonomous vehicles in Florida, you must ensure compliance with new insurance and operational regulations immediately.

What this means

Florida's S712 bill facilitates the operation of fully autonomous vehicles by removing the requirement for a licensed driver and exempting them from certain traffic laws. It also establishes insurance requirements and allows for the development of test facilities. This legislation is crucial for companies involved in autonomous vehicle technology and operation.

Key provisions

  1. Exempts fully autonomous vehicles from certain traffic laws when operating in autonomous mode.
  2. Allows operation of fully autonomous vehicles without a licensed human operator present.
  3. Establishes insurance requirements for fully autonomous vehicles.
  4. Authorizes the Florida Turnpike Enterprise to develop test facilities for autonomous technology.
  5. Defines key terms related to autonomous vehicles and automated driving systems.

Compliance checklist

  • Ensure all fully autonomous vehicles meet new insurance requirements. Who: Owners and operators of autonomous vehicles. Deadline: Immediately upon enactment. Penalty: Non-compliance may result in fines or inability to operate.
  • Implement systems to alert law enforcement in case of a crash. Who: Owners of fully autonomous vehicles. Deadline: Immediately upon enactment. Penalty: Potential legal repercussions if not adhered to.

Latest legislative action

Mar 10, 2018. Died in Banking and Insurance

Full analysis

The S712 bill amends several sections of Florida Statutes to regulate autonomous vehicles, specifically allowing fully autonomous vehicles to operate without a licensed human operator present. It exempts these vehicles from certain traffic laws, such as those requiring a human to report crashes or damage. The bill also mandates specific insurance coverage for autonomous vehicles, including liability and personal injury protection. Key definitions are established for 'automated driving system' and 'fully autonomous vehicle,' aligning with SAE International standards. This legislation positions Florida as a forward-thinking state in the realm of autonomous vehicle technology, potentially influencing similar laws in other states.

Sponsors

NameRoleDistrict
R Sponsor SD-024
Sponsor

Amendments (3)

  • Senate Committee Amendment #621932 Not adopted 2018-01-25
  • Senate Committee Amendment #311854 Not adopted 2018-01-25
  • Senate Committee Amendment #837744 Not adopted 2018-01-25

Topics and industries

Related topics

Autonomous Vehicles

Affected industries

TransportationTechnology

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