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A00539

Provides that a person may operate a fully autonomous vehicle on the public roads of this state without a human driver provided that the automated dr… Verified

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Provides that a person may operate a fully autonomous vehicle on the public roads of this state without a human driver provided that the automated driving system is engaged and the vehicle meets certain conditions; defines terms; requires insurance and that such vehicle is registered as a fully autonomous vehicle; makes related provisions.

AI Summary

This bill allows fully autonomous vehicles to operate on public roads without a human driver, provided certain conditions are met.

Business Impact

If you operate fully autonomous vehicles in New York, you must ensure they are registered and insured or face penalties.

State
New York
Bill Number
A00539
Status
Introduced
Risk Level
Medium
Category
Comprehensive
Last Action
Jul 22, 2024
Last Verified
Apr 19, 2026
Data Updated
Apr 19, 2026
What do these statuses mean? ▼
Introduced — Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee — Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed — Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted — Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed — Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown — Status data not yet available or awaiting classification

Affected Industries

Finance Transportation Technology Automotive

Topics

AI in Insurance Autonomous Vehicles

What This Means

This legislation aims to regulate the operation of fully autonomous vehicles on public roads in New York. It outlines requirements for registration and insurance, ensuring that vehicles meet specific conditions for safe operation.

Key Provisions

Latest Legislative Action

enacting clause stricken

Bill Sponsors

Name Role District
Sponsor HD-085
Sponsor HD-028
Sponsor HD-043
Sponsor HD-123
Sponsor HD-143

Compliance Checklist

Register the vehicle as a fully autonomous vehicle
Who: Vehicle owners/operators
Penalty: Potential legal repercussions for non-compliance
Obtain insurance for the fully autonomous vehicle
Who: Vehicle owners/operators
Penalty: Potential legal repercussions for non-compliance

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Official Source

Official Bill Text
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Related Topics

AI in Insurance Autonomous Vehicles

Affected Industries

Finance Transportation Technology Automotive

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