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Introduced
02/06/2025
02/06/2025
In Committee
03/21/2025
03/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Defines "autonomous vehicle" as a motor vehicle that possesses the capability (enabled or not) for automated functions to control movement of the vehicle along 2 axes of direction simultaneously. Provides that, before selling or continuing to operate a new or used autonomous vehicle in this State and before updating the software or hardware of any automated driving system on such a vehicle, a manufacturer shall submit to the Department of Transportation documentation regarding the level of driving automation, along with a filing fee in an amount to be determined by the Department. Provides that the Department shall assemble an Automated Driving Systems Review Committee to evaluate submitted documentation and make determinations concerning the level of automated driving capabilities and the suitability of the vehicle for operation on public roads. Provides that an autonomous vehicle classified as having Level 2 Driving Automation may be sold to consumers and registered for use. Provides that the owner of the automated vehicle shall file an annual report with the Department of Transportation stating the number of miles driven per year, the estimated number of miles driven using equipped automated driving systems, and any collisions that occurred involving the vehicle. Prohibits the sale or operation of autonomous vehicles classified as having Level 3, 4, or 5 Driving Automation. Provides that a resident may file a request for the Automated Driving Systems Review Committee to review an existing vehicle sold or registered in this State, and that the Secretary of State shall receive and investigate complaints of a dealer selling a vehicle prohibited for sale under the new provisions. Provides that a person who operates a prohibited vehicle is guilty of a Class A misdemeanor and that such a vehicle is subject to impoundment. Provides penalties for the unauthorized sale or modification of an autonomous vehicle.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to establish comprehensive regulations for autonomous vehicles, defining them as motor vehicles capable of simultaneously controlling movement along two axes of direction. The legislation requires manufacturers to submit detailed documentation about their vehicles' driving automation levels to the Department of Transportation, including technical data, testing results for various conditions, and performance across different weather scenarios. The Department will create an Automated Driving Systems Review Committee composed of transportation safety experts and representatives from pedestrian, bicycle, disability, equestrian, and motorcycle advocacy groups to evaluate submitted documentation. The bill specifically permits only Level 2 Autonomous Vehicles to be sold and registered in Illinois, prohibiting Level 3, 4, and 5 vehicles from public road use. Owners of Level 2 autonomous vehicles must file annual reports detailing miles driven and any collision incidents. Manufacturers of higher-level autonomous vehicles must recall and disable automated driving systems on existing vehicles, and reimburse consumers for associated costs. Violations of these provisions can result in a Class A misdemeanor and vehicle impoundment. The bill aims to ensure public safety by carefully regulating the introduction and operation of increasingly sophisticated autonomous vehicle technologies.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee (on 03/21/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=3044&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/HB/10400HB3044.htm |
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