This bill regulates the testing and operation of autonomous vehicles in New York, ensuring safety and compliance with federal standards, and requires a human operator during testing.
If you manufacture or test autonomous vehicles in New York, you must comply with safety regulations and insurance requirements or face penalties.
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What This Means
The bill aims to establish a regulatory framework for the safe testing and operation of autonomous vehicles on public highways in New York. It outlines the responsibilities of manufacturers and operators, ensuring compliance with federal standards. Key provisions include requirements for vehicle operation, a human operator during testing, and liability protections for manufacturers.
Key Provisions
- Defines 'autonomous technology' and 'autonomous vehicle'.
- Requires compliance with federal standards for autonomous vehicles.
- Mandates accessible means to engage/disengage autonomous technology.
- Establishes liability protections for manufacturers of converted vehicles, specific to third-party conversion defects.
- Requires insurance or surety bond for testing entities.
- Commissioner to report on autonomous vehicle operation and testing.
- Requires a human operator to be present during testing.
Latest Legislative Action
referred to transportation
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| David Gantt D | Sponsor | HD-137 |
| Joseph Lentol D | Sponsor | HD-050 |
| Michael DenDekker D | Sponsor | HD-034 |
| Nily Rozic D | Sponsor | HD-025 |
Compliance Checklist
Who: Manufacturers and operators
Penalty: Potential fines or operational restrictions
Who: Testing entities
Deadline: Before testing begins
Penalty: Prohibition from testing until compliance is met
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