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If you operate commercial vehicles with automated driving systems, you must ensure compliance with federal regulations or face potential legal challenges.
State
United States (Federal)
Bill Number
HB4661
Status
Introduced
Risk Level
Medium
Category
Amendment
Last Action
Oct 17, 2019
Last Verified
Apr 30, 2026
Data Updated
Jun 3, 2026
Version
v2
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
The AMERICA DRIVES Act addresses federal preemption of state laws mandating human occupants in automated commercial motor vehicles, with specific provisions to enhance innovation and safety in the autonomous vehicle industry.
Key Provisions
Amends Title 49 of the United States Code to address preemption of state laws regarding human occupants in automated commercial vehicles.
Includes funding for research and development in autonomous vehicle technology.
Provides incentives for manufacturers to improve vehicle efficiency.
Establishes safety standards to promote innovation and advancement in autonomous vehicle technology.
Latest Legislative Action
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H8207)
Bill Sponsors
Name
Role
District
Ann KusterD
Sponsor
HD-NH-2
Christopher PappasD
Sponsor
HD-NH-1
Paul TonkoD
Sponsor
HD-NY-20
Compliance Checklist
Ensure automated driving systems comply with federal regulations. Who: Manufacturers and operators of commercial vehicles. Penalty: Potential legal challenges.
Full Legal Analysis
The AMERICA DRIVES Act proposes amendments to Title 49 of the United States Code, focusing on the preemption of state laws that require a human occupant in commercial motor vehicles equipped with automated driving systems. The bill includes specific provisions such as funding for research and development in autonomous vehicle technology, incentives for manufacturers to improve vehicle efficiency, and safety standards to promote innovation, commerce, and advancement in vehicle efficiency and safety. It does not explicitly streamline regulations across states, but it clarifies federal authority over certain aspects of autonomous vehicle regulation.
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