Each year, the number of states considering legislating on autonomous vehicles has gradually increased. Although it`s not a state, it`s worth noting that Johnson County, Iowa passed a proclamation in 2014 encouraging companies to use it as a test site for self-driving cars. Perhaps other local governments will follow suit and offer incentives to get self-driving car companies to set up facilities in their areas. Arizona was one of the first testing grounds for self-driving cars. This was made possible by an implementing regulation that established guidelines for the testing and operation of self-driving cars. He also asked state agencies to remove potential barriers for companies looking to test driverless technologies. Authorizes the Florida Turnpike Enterprise to enter into one or more agreements (including with private entities) to finance, construct, and operate facilities to advance innovative autonomous and connected transportation technologies to improve safety and reduce congestion. In Mississippi, there are no laws dealing with non-commercial self-driving cars. The only law (HB 1343) that concerns autonomous vehicles specifically concerns platoons of autonomous commercial vehicles. There is no law explicitly banning autonomous vehicles. Michigan also has a law that limits a vehicle manufacturer`s liability if a third party installed a standalone system in that vehicle that was not part of the manufacturer`s design. In addition, Michigan has considered penalty laws for hacking self-driving car systems and causing injury.

These states have not enacted any laws or executive orders regarding autonomous vehicles: The southern United States is a hotbed for self-driving cars, self-driving 18-wheelers, and autonomous semi-trailers. The Sun Belt Interstate, sometimes referred to as the Sand State Belt, is a great place for standalone testing. This highway stretches from California to Florida; It also ventures all the way to South Carolina, allowing vehicles, goods, passengers and more to be transported across the country. Ohio Governor John Kasich signed Executive Order 2018-01K on January 18, 2018. The contract created DriveOhio in part to “connect Ohio infrastructure builders with those developing the advanced mobility technologies needed to make our transportation system reach its full potential by reducing serious and fatal crashes and improving traffic flow.” Ohio Governor Kasich signed Executive Order 2018-O4K in May 2018, allowing autonomous vehicle trials and pilot programs in the state. To do this, companies must register with DriveOhio (created by the January 2018 EO) and submit information about their companies, planned areas and test conditions, as well as other requirements. Autonomous vehicles tested in the state must have a named operator, although they don`t need to be in the vehicle. Defines “on-demand autonomous vehicle network” as a transportation service network that uses a software application or other digital means to ship or otherwise facilitate transportation by autonomous vehicles for the purpose of transporting people or goods, including rental, compensated transportation and public transit. Clearly indicates that a person can operate an on-demand network for autonomous vehicles. An on-demand network of autonomous vehicles can enable the transportation of people or goods, including one. rental transportation; b. Public transport; and c.

transportation for several passengers who agree to share the journey. Defines terms such as “fully autonomous vehicle”, “automated driving system” and “operator”. Requires the development of a pilot program that allows up to four municipalities to test fully autonomous vehicles on public roads in these communities. Specifies verification requirements, including a driver at the controls and proof of insurance of at least $5 million. Establishment of a working group to study fully autonomous vehicles. The study is to include an assessment of NHTSA`s standards regarding government responsibility for regulating autonomous vehicles, an assessment of laws, laws, and regulations in other states, recommendations on how Connecticut should enact and regulate laws, and an evaluation of the pilot program. Defines key terms related to autonomous vehicles. Requires that a vehicle equipped with an automated driving system (ADS) be properly eligible, registered and insured.

For registration purposes, the owner of an automated vehicle is considered a “resident” if the vehicle is physically present in the state for more than 30 consecutive calendar days. declares that an autonomous vehicle or a vehicle driven by a long-distance driver cannot be considered to be left unattended. Authorizes the Department of Consumer Protection within the Department of Commerce to revoke the registration of an autonomous vehicle under certain conditions. Exempt platooning systems from prohibitions related to video ads visible to the driver. Louisiana has a law (HB 1143) that defines autonomous technology in relation to autonomous vehicles and a law (HB 308) that establishes regulations for autonomous commercial vehicle trains. In 2019, the state passed a law (HB 455) that allows the use of automated vehicles in the state without a human driver present in the vehicle. Delaware Governor John Carney signed an executive order in September 2017 establishing the Advisory Council on Connected and Autonomous Vehicles to develop recommendations for innovative tools and strategies to prepare Delaware`s transportation system for connected and autonomous vehicles. Illinois has no laws for self-driving cars. However, the governor signed an executive order in 2018 that launched an initiative to promote the development and testing of self-driving cars in the state. In 2017, the state passed a law (HB 791) that prohibits local authorities from issuing or enforcing regulations that restrict or prohibit the use of automated vehicles.

Nevada was the first-ever state to use autonomous vehicles on its public roads, and since then, 29 other states (including DC) have followed suit. In 2016, the governor of Virginia announced an initiative to enable research and development of self-driving cars in the state. Alaska has no legislation for self-driving cars, and no governor in the state has issued an executive order on self-driving cars. That means there are no laws to prevent self-driving cars, but the state hasn`t explicitly allowed them either. The following states have explicitly legalized the use of self-driving cars on public poles – either by legislation or by regulation: Refers to autonomous vehicles. Requires an autonomous vehicle tested on a highway to meet certain conditions related to a human operator. Requires proof of insurance. Prohibits an autonomous vehicle from being registered in the state or tested or operated on a state highway unless it meets certain conditions. Provides that the manufacturer of a vehicle converted into an autonomous vehicle by a third party is exempt from liability for certain damages. This article covers all self-driving cars.

Here are the cold and concrete facts according to the National Security Council: If you want to know more, two researchers maintain a database on the Stanford Law School`s Center for Internet and Society website that lists all the state`s self-driving car laws that have been passed, enacted, and enacted. considered and failed. The extensive database, entitled “Automated Driving: Legislative and Regulatory Measures”, can be found at cyberlaw.stanford.edu/wiki/index.php/Automated_Driving:_Legislative_and_Regulatory_Action. Two autonomous vehicle laws were passed, including one allocating funds to autonomous vehicle technology (SB 1267) and one establishing definitions for autonomous commercial vehicle trains (HB 1958). There are no laws that specifically ban self-driving cars. With the help of several U.S. states, the autonomous driving industry has expanded its ability to test a variety of climates, weather conditions and more. At Torc, our autonomous semi-trailers have been tested on roads in Blacksburg, Virginia, and Albuquerque, New Mexico, with plans to expand beyond.

Whether it`s the mountainous landscape of the Appalachians or the sunny side of California, sites in the United States have opened their doors to self-reliance.