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Autonomous Vehicle Safety and Development: New Rules and Data Protection

This act aims to regulate the safety of highly automated vehicles by establishing federal standards and limiting state-specific regulations. It mandates safety assessment certifications, cybersecurity and privacy plans for manufacturers, and introduces new requirements for rear seat occupant alert systems and headlamps. The goal is to ensure the safe deployment of new technologies on roads and protect citizens' personal data.
Key points
Federal Safety Standards for Autonomous Vehicles: States cannot enact their own regulations on the design and performance of autonomous vehicles unless identical to federal standards.
Safety Certification and Cybersecurity Plans: Manufacturers of autonomous vehicles will be required to submit safety certifications and develop plans to protect against cyberattacks.
Data Privacy Protection: Manufacturers must create privacy plans for collecting, using, and sharing vehicle owner and occupant data, with options for data deletion.
Rear Seat Occupant Alert Systems: New passenger vehicles will be required to have alarm systems to alert drivers to check rear seats after the engine is turned off.
Facilitating Autonomous Vehicle Testing: The revised regulations ease the testing of autonomous vehicles while requiring manufacturers to report crashes.
Highly Automated Vehicle Advisory Council: An advisory council will be established to address safety, accessibility for people with disabilities, privacy, and environmental impacts.
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Print number: 117_HR_3711
Sponsor: Rep. Latta, Robert E. [R-OH-5]
Process start date: 2021-06-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SELF DRIVE Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3711.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal Safety Standards for Autonomous Vehicles: States cannot enact their own regulations on the design and performance of autonomous vehicles unless identical to federal standards.
  • Safety Certification and Cybersecurity Plans: Manufacturers of autonomous vehicles will be required to submit safety certifications and develop plans to protect against cyberattacks.
  • Data Privacy Protection: Manufacturers must create privacy plans for collecting, using, and sharing vehicle owner and occupant data, with options for data deletion.
  • Rear Seat Occupant Alert Systems: New passenger vehicles will be required to have alarm systems to alert drivers to check rear seats after the engine is turned off.
  • Facilitating Autonomous Vehicle Testing: The revised regulations ease the testing of autonomous vehicles while requiring manufacturers to report crashes.
  • Highly Automated Vehicle Advisory Council: An advisory council will be established to address safety, accessibility for people with disabilities, privacy, and environmental impacts.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Latta, Robert E. [R-OH-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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