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MI SB0706: Transportation: other; definition of automated driving systems and automated vehicle roadway; modify and expand.

Effective Jul 25, 2022 Michigan · 2021–2022 session

Last verified Oct 12, 2026 · official bill text

SB0706 · where it stands

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  2. Passed first chamber Complete
  3. Passed both chambers Complete
  4. Enacted Complete
  5. Effective Since Jul 25, 2022
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In one paragraph

Michigan's Public Act 179 of 2022 amends the Vehicle Code (MCL 257.2b, 257.642, 257.665 and new 257.665c-665e and 257.666a). It redefines automated driving systems, lets the Department of Transportation designate automated vehicle roadways and lanes, charge user fees and contract with roadway system providers, and makes unauthorized use of those lanes a civil infraction enforceable with system data. It also revises testing rules for automated vehicles, treats an engaged automated driving system as the driver, and allows truck platoons. Effective July 25, 2022.

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

What it means for business

AV developers, freight carriers running platoons and roadway technology providers gain a legal path for dedicated automated vehicle lanes in Michigan, with user fees and data-use limits.

Key provisions

  1. MCL 257.2b: automated driving system is hardware and software able to perform the entire dynamic driving task without human supervision; defines automated vehicle roadway, lane, system and system provider
  2. MCL 257.665c: MDOT may designate roadway segments, lanes or ramps as automated vehicle roadways, set use conditions and user fees, and contract with system providers; local ordinances may not conflict
  3. MCL 257.665: testing requires proof of insurance; an engaged automated driving system is the driver for traffic laws; a roadway system provider is not an operator; platoons may run if a plan filed with State Police and MDOT is not rejected within 30 days
  4. MCL 257.642(3) and 257.666a: using an automated vehicle lane without paying fees or meeting requirements is a civil infraction; system data is prima facie evidence and owner liability is presumed
  5. Data collected may be used only to operate the roadway or enforce the rule and must be destroyed within set periods
  6. MCL 257.665d-665e: optional labor-impact study by the Council on Future Mobility and Electrification; MDOT progress reports to the Legislature for three years

Latest legislative action

Jul 25, 2022. Approved by the Governor 07/25/2022; filed with Secretary of State 07/25/2022; assigned PA 179'22 with immediate effect

Topics and industries

Related topics

Autonomous Vehicles

Affected industries

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