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AI Summary
SB1471 regulates autonomous vehicles in Illinois, requiring documentation for Level 2 vehicles and prohibiting Level 3-5 sales.
Business Impact
If you sell autonomous vehicles in Illinois, submit documentation to the DOT or face penalties.
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— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed
— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
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— 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
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What This Means
Illinois SB1471 mandates documentation for Level 2 autonomous vehicles and prohibits the sale of Level 3-5 vehicles. Manufacturers must submit automation details to the Department of Transportation.
Key Provisions
- Defines 'autonomous vehicle' (625 ILCS 5/1-105.3a)
- Manufacturers must submit documentation and pay a fee (625 ILCS 5/12-1000(a))
- Level 2 vehicles can be sold; annual reporting required (625 ILCS 5/12-1000(d))
- Prohibits sale/operation of Level 3-5 vehicles (625 ILCS 5/12-1000(e))
- Penalties for unauthorized sales or modifications (625 ILCS 5/12-1000(g))
Latest Legislative Action
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Emil Jones, III
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Emil Jones D | Sponsor | SD-014 |
| Javier Cervantes D | Sponsor | SD-001 |
| Karina Villa D | Sponsor | SD-025 |
| Sally Turner R | Sponsor | SD-044 |
Compliance Checklist
Submit documentation regarding vehicle automation level and pay a fee
Who: Manufacturers of autonomous vehicles
Deadline: Before selling or operating the vehicle
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor for unauthorized operation
Who: Manufacturers of autonomous vehicles
Deadline: Before selling or operating the vehicle
Penalty: Class A misdemeanor for unauthorized operation
File an annual report on mileage and incidents
Who: Owners of Level 2 autonomous vehicles
Deadline: Annually
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance not specified
Who: Owners of Level 2 autonomous vehicles
Deadline: Annually
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance not specified
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