Autonomous vehicle laws by state

SB 1246: Autonomous vehicles.

Autonomous vehicle manufacturers must ensure remote drivers and local incident technicians are located in the United States with valid US driver's licenses. Manufacturers must immediately dispatch local incident technicians upon accident notification or emergency official requests. Commercial autonomous vehicles obstructing travel lanes must be relocated within 5 minutes if driveable or 30 minutes if towing is required.

SB 480: Autonomous vehicles.

Manufacturers of autonomous vehicles must submit applications to the Department of Motor Vehicles and obtain approval before operating on public roads. Commencing January 1, 2026, autonomous vehicles may be equipped with ADS marker lamps indicating when automated driving systems are engaged. Commencing January 1, 2030, autonomous vehicles with model year 2031 or later and gross vehicle weight rating under 8,501 pounds must be zero-emission vehicles.

SB 2269: MS Fully Autonomous Vehicle Enabling Act; extend repealer on law enforcement interaction plan submission to DPS.

SB 67: Provide for the use of autonomous vehicles

Vehicles with automated driving systems level 1, 2, and 3 may be used on Montana public highways. Vehicles with level 4 and 5 systems may be used subject to limitations established by department rulemaking. Cities and towns may regulate traffic on their streets but cannot discriminate against automated vehicles.

SB 2253: Traffic Safety - As enacted, establishes process regarding traffic violations committed by autonomous vehicles, including mailing the notice of violation or citation to the registered owner of the vehicle. - Amends TCA Title 55, Chapter 30 and Title 55, Chapter 8.

When a POST-certified or state-commissioned law enforcement officer determines that a traffic offense has been committed by an autonomous vehicle, a notice of violation or citation must be sent by first class mail to the registered owner within twenty business days. The notice must allow thirty days for payment and state the fine amount separately from any additional fees or court costs.

SB 292: Autonomous Systems Amendments

Manufacturers and developers of level four and level five automated driving systems may be held liable only under the product liability act or Section 78B-4-903, not under ordinary negligence. Awards for noneconomic losses in actions relating to ADS-equipped vehicles are capped at $1,000,000, except wrongful death claims. Punitive damages are prohibited for level four and level five ADS claims.

HB 1124: Autonomous vehicles; work group to conduct and assessment of workforce impacts, etc.

No person shall operate an autonomous vehicle in Virginia unless it complies with all applicable federal requirements. Motor carriers shall not use autonomous vehicles to transport passengers or property unless a human operator with a valid driver's license is physically present, meets state and federal qualifications, and can monitor and intervene in vehicle operation.