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MA S2351

To promote the safe integration of autonomous vehicles into the transportation system of the Commonwealth


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to promote the safe integration of autonomous vehicles into the transportation system of the Commonwealth. Transportation.

AI Summary

This bill aims to promote the safe integration of autonomous vehicles (AVs) into Massachusetts' transportation system. Key provisions include: 1. Defining different levels of vehicle automation, with specific requirements for "level 3" vehicles (which have an automated driving system but expect a human driver to be available) and "autonomous vehicles" (which can operate without a human driver). 2. Authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) to promulgate regulations for testing and deploying level 3 and autonomous vehicles, with a focus on protecting privacy, ensuring data security, and equitably distributing benefits and costs. 3. Allowing testing and deployment of certified level 3 and autonomous vehicles, subject to various safety and data collection requirements. 4. Establishing speed limits for autonomous vehicles and allowing municipalities to restrict their use or impose parking charges in certain circumstances. 5. Imposing a "road usage charge" on autonomous vehicles, with various rate adjustments based on factors like emissions, occupancy, congestion, and income. The revenue from this charge would be credited to the Commonwealth Transportation Fund. Overall, the bill seeks to facilitate the integration of autonomous vehicles while addressing safety, equity, and infrastructure funding concerns.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2861 (on 05/05/2022)

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