Autonomous vehicle testing in Washington requires notification to law enforcement and presence of a human safety operator.

This bill establishes requirements for testing autonomous vehicles in Washington. It mandates that entities testing autonomous vehicles must notify local and state law enforcement agencies in advance, including city police and county sheriff departments, of the expected period of testing. A human safety operator must be present in the vehicle to monitor its performance and intervene if necessary.

Autonomous vehicle testing in Washington requires notification to law enforcement and presence of a human safety operator.

This bill establishes requirements for testing autonomous vehicles in Washington. It mandates that entities testing autonomous vehicles must notify local and state law enforcement agencies in advance, including city police and county sheriff departments, of the expected period of testing. A human safety operator must be present in the vehicle to monitor its performance and intervene if necessary.