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MA S1938

Relative to the safety of autonomous vehicles


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to the safety of autonomous vehicles. Transportation.

AI Summary

This bill aims to establish a framework for the safe operation of autonomous vehicles (AVs) in Massachusetts. It defines key terms such as "Automated Driving System (ADS)" and "Automatic Crash Notification Technology" and sets out the eligibility requirements for motor vehicle manufacturers to participate in a "SAVE project" that allows the public operation of ADS-equipped vehicles on public roads. The bill states that when an ADS is engaged, it shall be considered the "driver or operator" for the purposes of traffic and vehicle laws, and the participating manufacturer shall assume liability for incidents where the ADS technology is at fault. The bill also exempts SAVE project vehicles from certain vehicle registration and safety requirements, while still requiring seat belt usage for human occupants.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2358 (on 03/19/2018)

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