AL HB160

Authorizes autonomous vehicles and automated driving systems to operate in Alabama without a human driver physically present in the vehicle.

Allows vehicles equipped with teleoperation systems to be operated remotely by a human operator from a location outside the vehicle.

Designates the Department of Transportation as the sole state agency with jurisdiction over autonomous vehicles and prohibits local governments and state agencies from imposing additional taxes, franchises, or performance standards.

Requires autonomous vehicles to be registered, titled, compliant with federal safety standards, capable of achieving a minimal risk condition upon system failure, equipped with recording devices, and covered by motor vehicle liability insurance.

Vehicle owner is considered the operator for traffic law compliance purposes; accident reporting requirements are satisfied if the vehicle remains at the scene and promptly contacts law enforcement.