B26-0684

Autonomous Vehicle Deployment Authorization Amendment Act of 2026

Introduced·5/1/26
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Amends the Autonomous Vehicle Act of 2012 to establish a Commercial Autonomous Vehicles Program and related regulations.

The Autonomous Vehicle Deployment Authorization Amendment Act of 2026 amends the Autonomous Vehicle Act of 2012. It establishes a Commercial Autonomous Vehicles Program within the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) to issue commercial AV permits. The bill requires DDOT to create an application process for these permits, which must include details about the permittee, autonomous vehicles, and compliance with District laws.

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Sponsors

DDD
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History

Jul 13

Council

Public Hearing Held

Jun 19

Council

Notice of Public Hearing Published in the DC Register

Jun 12

Council

Notice of Public Hearing Published in the DC Register