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New rules for testing autonomous vehicles on public roads

This law establishes a framework for testing automated and fully automated vehicles on Polish roads. It defines automation levels, permit requirements, insurance obligations, and liability rules. For citizens, this means test vehicles may appear on roads, and in case of an accident, the vehicle's owner is liable.
Key points
Definitions of automated and fully automated vehicles are introduced, along with 6 automation levels (0 to 5).
Testing autonomous vehicles on public roads requires a permit from the National Coordinator for Research (Director of the Motor Transport Institute).
A driver with a valid license must be present in the test vehicle and ready to take control (for levels 3 and 4).
The owner of an autonomous vehicle is liable for damages caused by its movement; compulsory third-party liability insurance is required.
Driving without a permit carries a fine of PLN 100,000 to 200,000; violating permit conditions carries a fine of PLN 20,000 to 100,000.
Validity of permits for regular bus services expiring on December 31, 2025, is extended to March 31, 2026.
Electric cars and motorcycles may use bus lanes until January 1, 2028, if the road manager allows it.
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2025-09-26
For 244
Against 0
Abstain 174
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Additional Information
Rządowy projekt ustawy o zmianie ustawy - Prawo o ruchu drogowym oraz ustawy o ubezpieczeniach obowiązkowych, Ubezpieczeniowym Funduszu Gwarancyjnym i Polskim Biurze Ubezpieczycieli Komunikacyjnych.
Print number: PROJEKT USTAWY 1427
Process start date: 2025-07-08
Voting date: 2025-09-26
Voting no: 94
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Source data: api.sejm.gov.pl
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about New rules for testing autonomous vehicles on public roads

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is PROJEKT USTAWY 1427.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-07-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Definitions of automated and fully automated vehicles are introduced, along with 6 automation levels (0 to 5).
  • Testing autonomous vehicles on public roads requires a permit from the National Coordinator for Research (Director of the Motor Transport Institute).
  • A driver with a valid license must be present in the test vehicle and ready to take control (for levels 3 and 4).
  • The owner of an autonomous vehicle is liable for damages caused by its movement; compulsory third-party liability insurance is required.
  • Driving without a permit carries a fine of PLN 100,000 to 200,000; violating permit conditions carries a fine of PLN 20,000 to 100,000.
  • Validity of permits for regular bus services expiring on December 31, 2025, is extended to March 31, 2026.
  • Electric cars and motorcycles may use bus lanes until January 1, 2028, if the road manager allows it.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Vetoed.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Wniosek Prezydenta (weto)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-07-16.

Analysis and Potential Impact of PROJEKT USTAWY 1427

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