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WA SB5460: Implementing recommendations of the autonomous vehicle work group.

Effective Jul 25, 2021 Washington · 2021–2022 session

Last verified Oct 12, 2026 · official bill text

SB5460 · 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 Jul 25, 2021
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In one paragraph

Washington's Chapter 193, Laws of 2021 (SSB 5460) implements recommendations of the state autonomous vehicle work group by amending the self-certification testing pilot program in RCW 46.92.010. It defines "autonomous" as a level four or five driving automation system under SAE J3016, and requires testers to give the Department of Licensing contact details, testing jurisdictions, vehicle identification and proof of insurance, file annual collision and violation reports, and notify law enforcement 14 to 60 days before testing. No autonomous vehicle may be tested on public roads until the information is filed. Section 1 takes effect October 1, 2022.

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What it means for business

Autonomous vehicle developers testing in Washington must meet updated registration, reporting and notice rules.

Key provisions

  1. Amends RCW 46.92.010, the autonomous vehicle self-certification testing pilot program
  2. Defines "autonomous" as an SAE J3016 level 4 or 5 driving automation system
  3. Testers must provide contact information, testing jurisdictions, vehicle IDs and proof of insurance
  4. Annual report by February 1 of collisions and moving violations during testing
  5. Notice to law enforcement agencies 14 to 60 days before testing
  6. No testing on public roads until the required information is provided; section 1 effective October 1, 2022

Latest legislative action

May 3, 2021. Governor signed. Chapter 193, 2021 Laws. Effective date 7/25/2021.

Topics and industries

Related topics

Autonomous Vehicles

Affected industries

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