HB 1731: Autonomous vehicle testing

Summary

• Incorporates self-certification requirements of the Governor's Executive Order for autonomous vehicle (AV) testing into state law.
• Establishes new self-certification requirements for AV testing without a human operator present in the vehicle, including that an AV testing entity must self-certify that it has put in place a comprehensive safety case framework, conducted driving simulations and closed-course testing, and adopted any appropriate additional safety measures.
• Modifies collision reporting requirements for AV testing to correspond to National Highway Transportation Safety Administration requirements.
• Requires an AV interaction guide be provided when AV testing entities provide written notice to law enforcement and local fire services prior to testing.
• Mandates that traffic infraction penalties be issued to registered agents of AV testing entities.

From the House Bill Analysis 2022 (HB 1731), written by the Legislature's nonpartisan staff. Read the full report ↗