S07956

Prohibits any motor vehicle with a manufacturers' gross vehicle weight rating of ten thousand one pounds or more which utilizes autonomous vehicle te… Verified

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Prohibits any motor vehicle with a manufacturers' gross vehicle weight rating of ten thousand one pounds or more which utilizes autonomous vehicle technology from being operated on public highways unless a natural person holding a valid license for the operation of the motor vehicle's class is present within such vehicle.

AI Summary

This bill mandates that certain heavy autonomous vehicles cannot operate on public highways without a licensed human operator present.

Business Impact

If you operate heavy autonomous vehicles in New York, you must ensure a licensed driver is present or face penalties.

State
New York
Bill Number
S07956
Status
Introduced
Risk Level
Medium
Category
Amendment
Last Action
Jan 7, 2026
Last Verified
Apr 18, 2026
Data Updated
Apr 19, 2026
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

Affected Industries

Technology Transportation Automotive

Topics

What This Means

The proposed legislation in New York aims to regulate the operation of heavy autonomous vehicles on public highways. It requires that a licensed human operator be present in vehicles weighing over 10,000 pounds.

Key Provisions

Latest Legislative Action

REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION

Bill Sponsors

Name Role District
Sponsor SD-040
Sponsor SD-056
Sponsor SD-037
Sponsor SD-039

Compliance Checklist

Ensure a licensed driver is present in heavy autonomous vehicles.
Who: Operators and manufacturers of heavy autonomous vehicles.
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance may apply.

Related & Companion Bills

New York S07758 — Prohibits any motor vehicle with a manufacturers' gross veh… New York A08621 — Prohibits any motor vehicle with a manufacturers' gross veh…

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