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AI Summary
SB1471 regulates autonomous vehicles in Illinois, requiring documentation for Level 2 vehicles and prohibiting Level 3-5 sales.
Business Impact
If you sell autonomous vehicles in Illinois, submit documentation to the DOT or face penalties.
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What This Means
Illinois SB1471 mandates documentation for Level 2 autonomous vehicles and prohibits the sale of Level 3-5 vehicles. Manufacturers must submit automation details to the Department of Transportation.
Key Provisions
- Defines 'autonomous vehicle' (625 ILCS 5/1-105.3a)
- Manufacturers must submit documentation and pay a fee (625 ILCS 5/12-1000(a))
- Level 2 vehicles can be sold; annual reporting required (625 ILCS 5/12-1000(d))
- Prohibits sale/operation of Level 3-5 vehicles (625 ILCS 5/12-1000(e))
- Penalties for unauthorized sales or modifications (625 ILCS 5/12-1000(g))
Latest Legislative Action
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Emil Jones, III
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Emil Jones D | Sponsor | SD-014 |
| Javier Cervantes D | Sponsor | SD-001 |
| Karina Villa D | Sponsor | SD-025 |
| Sally Turner R | Sponsor | SD-044 |
Compliance Checklist
Submit documentation regarding vehicle automation level and pay a fee
Who: Manufacturers of autonomous vehicles
Deadline: Before selling or operating the vehicle
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor for unauthorized operation
Who: Manufacturers of autonomous vehicles
Deadline: Before selling or operating the vehicle
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor for unauthorized operation
File an annual report on mileage and incidents
Who: Owners of Level 2 autonomous vehicles
Deadline: Annually
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance not specified
Who: Owners of Level 2 autonomous vehicles
Deadline: Annually
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance not specified
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Full Legal Analysis
SB1471 amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to regulate autonomous vehicles. It defines 'autonomous vehicle' as one capable of automated functions controlling movement along two axes simultaneously. Before selling or operating such vehicles, manufacturers must submit documentation on the level of driving automation to the Department of Transportation, along with a filing fee. The Department will form an Automated Driving Systems Review Committee to assess these submissions. Vehicles with Level 2 Driving Automation can be sold and registered, but owners must file annual reports on mileage and collisions. The bill prohibits the sale and operation of vehicles with Level 3, 4, or 5 Driving Automation, except for specific testing purposes. Violations, such as operating prohibited vehicles, result in Class A misdemeanors and potential impoundment.
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