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MS SB2676: Transportation; authorize the use of autonomous motor vehicles.

Dead/Failed Mississippi · 2015 session

Last verified May 4, 2026 · official bill text

SB2676 · where it stands

This bill did not become law (dead/failed) · last action Feb 10, 2015.

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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
Signed into law; it may or may not be in effect yet.
In effect
The effective date has passed.
Dead / vetoed
Vetoed, failed, or the session ended without action.

In one paragraph

This bill authorizes the use of autonomous vehicles in Mississippi, defining relevant technologies and establishing safety requirements.

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

What it means for business

If you operate autonomous vehicles in Mississippi, you must ensure compliance with safety standards and obtain a driver's license endorsement by July 1, 2015.

What this means

Senate Bill 2676 allows for the operation of autonomous vehicles in Mississippi, establishing definitions and safety protocols. Businesses utilizing such technology must adhere to specific regulations to ensure compliance and safety on public highways.

Key provisions

  1. Defines 'autonomous technology' and 'autonomous vehicle'.
  2. Requires human operator to monitor and be ready to take control.
  3. Mandates compliance with federal standards for vehicle registration.
  4. Establishes safety features for autonomous vehicles.
  5. Requires a driver's license endorsement for operation.
  6. Effective from July 1, 2015.

Compliance checklist

  • Ensure autonomous vehicles meet federal standards and safety requirements. Who: Vehicle manufacturers and operators. Deadline: Ongoing compliance required. Penalty: Non-compliance may result in inability to register or operate vehicles.
  • Obtain a driver's license endorsement for operating autonomous vehicles. Who: Drivers operating autonomous vehicles. Deadline: By July 1, 2015. Penalty: Failure to obtain endorsement may result in fines or inability to operate.

Latest legislative action

Feb 10, 2015. Died In Committee

Full analysis

Senate Bill 2676 authorizes the use of autonomous motor vehicles in Mississippi, defining 'autonomous technology' and 'autonomous vehicles' while outlining safety and operational requirements. The bill mandates that a human operator must be present in the vehicle, capable of taking manual control if necessary. Additionally, autonomous vehicles must meet federal standards and include specific safety features, such as a means to engage/disengage the technology and alerts for the operator. The Department of Public Safety is tasked with creating a driver's license endorsement for operating these vehicles. This legislation reflects a growing trend in states to regulate autonomous vehicle technology, ensuring safety while promoting innovation in transportation.

Sponsors (showing 5 of 21)

NameRoleDistrict
D Sponsor SD-036
D Sponsor SD-002
R Sponsor SD-052
R Sponsor SD-017
R Sponsor SD-001

Topics and industries

Related topics

Autonomous Vehicles

Affected industries

TransportationTechnology

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