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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.
Allows fully autonomous vehicles on NY roads without human drivers if conditions are met.
If you operate autonomous vehicles in NY, ensure compliance with registration and insurance requirements.
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What This Means
This bill permits the operation of fully autonomous vehicles on New York public roads without a human driver, provided specific conditions are met. It mandates that these vehicles be registered as fully autonomous and have appropriate insurance. The bill also outlines requirements for handling crashes and defines key terms related to autonomous driving systems.
Key Provisions
- Allows operation of fully autonomous vehicles without human drivers.
- Requires registration and insurance for autonomous vehicles.
- Mandates submission of a law enforcement interaction plan.
- Defines key terms related to autonomous driving.
- Establishes DMV as the sole regulatory authority.
- Exempts autonomous vehicles from certain human driver requirements.
Latest Legislative Action
referred to transportation
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew Hevesi D | Sponsor | HD-028 |
| Kenneth Burgos D | Sponsor | HD-085 |
Compliance Checklist
Who: Vehicle operators
Deadline: Before operation
Penalty: Inability to operate legally
Who: Vehicle operators
Deadline: Before operation
Penalty: Inability to operate legally
Who: Vehicle operators
Deadline: Before operation
Penalty: Inability to operate legally
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