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WA HB2676: Establishing minimum requirements for the testing of autonomous vehicles.

Effective Jun 11, 2020 Washington · 2019–2020 session

Last verified Oct 12, 2026 · official bill text

HB2676 · where it stands

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  1. Introduced Complete
  2. Passed first chamber Complete
  3. Passed both chambers Complete
  4. Enacted Complete
  5. Effective Since Jun 11, 2020
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In one paragraph

Washington's Chapter 182, Laws of 2020 (ESHB 2676) sets minimum rules for testing autonomous vehicles on public roads under the Department of Licensing self-certification pilot program. Testers must carry at least $5 million in umbrella liability insurance (RCW 46.30.050). From October 1, 2021 (RCW 46.92.010), they must give the department contact details, testing locations and vehicle IDs, report collisions and moving violations annually, and notify local police or the State Patrol 14 to 60 days before testing. The department publishes the information and reports to the Legislature.

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What it means for business

Companies testing self-driving vehicles in Washington must carry $5 million in coverage, register testing details and report collisions.

Key provisions

  1. RCW 46.30.050: at least $5 million per occurrence umbrella liability insurance to test autonomous vehicles
  2. RCW 46.92.010: testers must give the department contact details, testing jurisdictions, vehicle IDs and proof of insurance before testing
  3. Annual report by February 1 of collisions and moving violations, stating whether the autonomous system was engaged
  4. Written notice to local law enforcement or the State Patrol 14 to 60 days before testing
  5. Department may charge a fee, must make the information public and report to the transportation committees
  6. Act effective June 11, 2020; the testing section takes effect October 1, 2021

Latest legislative action

Mar 27, 2020. Governor signed. Chapter 182, 2020 Laws. Effective date 6/11/2020.

Topics and industries

Related topics

Autonomous Vehicles

Affected industries

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