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AI Summary
This bill mandates a training program for law enforcement to prepare for future interactions with autonomous vehicles in New Jersey.
Business Impact
If you operate autonomous vehicles in New Jersey, you must ensure law enforcement is trained to interact with them by December 31, 2020.
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In Committee
— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed
— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
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— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
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— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
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What This Means
Assembly Bill A4977 requires the New Jersey Attorney General to establish a training program for law enforcement officers to prepare them for future interactions with autonomous vehicles. This initiative aims to ensure safety in emergency and traffic enforcement situations when autonomous vehicles begin to operate on public highways.
Key Provisions
- The Attorney General must develop a training course for law enforcement on autonomous vehicle interactions.
- All law enforcement officers must complete the training by December 31, 2020.
- The training curriculum will be reviewed every five years.
- The Police Training Commission will adopt necessary rules and regulations.
- An 'autonomous vehicle' is defined as a vehicle that operates without human control.
- Autonomous vehicles are currently prohibited from being tested or operated on public highways in New Jersey.
Latest Legislative Action
Reported and Referred to Assembly Appropriations Committee
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Annette Quijano D | Sponsor | HD-020 |
| Carol Murphy D | Sponsor | HD-007 |
| Raj Mukherji D | Sponsor | HD-033 |
Roll Call Votes
A ·
Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee: Reported Favorably ·
May 13, 2019
8 Yea
0 Nay
1 Other
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Complete the training course on autonomous vehicle interactions
Who: All law enforcement officers
Deadline: By December 31, 2020
Penalty: Non-compliance penalties are not specified in the bill.
Who: All law enforcement officers
Deadline: By December 31, 2020
Penalty: Non-compliance penalties are not specified in the bill.
Ensure the training curriculum is reviewed and updated
Who: The Attorney General
Deadline: Every five years
Penalty: Non-compliance penalties are not specified in the bill.
Who: The Attorney General
Deadline: Every five years
Penalty: Non-compliance penalties are not specified in the bill.
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Full Legal Analysis
Assembly Bill A4977 mandates the Attorney General, in consultation with the Commissioner of Transportation, to develop a training course for law enforcement officers on safely interacting with autonomous vehicles. This training is required for all law enforcement officers by December 31, 2020, and must be completed prior to an officer's permanent appointment. The bill also stipulates that the training curriculum will be reviewed every five years to ensure its relevance and effectiveness. The definition of 'autonomous vehicle' is provided, emphasizing vehicles that can operate without human control. It is important to note that autonomous vehicles are currently prohibited from being tested or operated on public highways in New Jersey. This bill is significant as it prepares law enforcement for the future integration of autonomous vehicles on public roads, ensuring they are equipped to handle related emergencies and traffic situations. Similar initiatives may be seen in other states as they adapt to the rise of autonomous technology.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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