Bill > SB630

This bill allows individuals with a valid Hawaii driver's license to operate autonomous motor vehicles, which are defined as vehicles equipped with "autonomous technology" capable of driving without human control or monitoring, distinguishing them from vehicles with advanced driver assistance systems like adaptive cruise control or lane keeping. The bill mandates that these autonomous vehicles must meet specific safety requirements, including having a valid inspection certificate, adhering to federal motor vehicle standards, possessing an easily accessible way to engage and disengage the autonomous technology, a visual indicator when operating autonomously, an alert system for technology failures, and the ability to comply with all traffic laws. Furthermore, it permits manufacturers to test autonomous vehicles on public roads with a human operator present to intervene, or on closed courses without one, provided they submit proof of $5 million in insurance or a surety bond before testing begins.