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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
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)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1938 |
Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1938.pdf |
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