Researching Autonomous Vehicle Impact on Cities and Transport
This act aims to establish a research clearinghouse to analyze how highly automated vehicles (self-driving cars) and new mobility innovations affect our communities. The research will cover impacts on land use, urban design, transportation systems, real estate, municipal budgets, accessibility, social equity, jobs, air quality, climate, energy consumption, and the environment. This will help citizens and local governments prepare for a future with autonomous vehicles.
Key points
A national research clearinghouse will be created to collect and conduct studies on the secondary impacts of highly automated vehicles.
Research will cover effects on land use, transportation, real estate, municipal budgets, and job availability.
Research findings will be made publicly available to assist communities in preparing for changes brought by new transport technologies.
The clearinghouse will receive $2 million annually from Highway Trust Fund for its operations.
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