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AL SB222

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/29/2026

Primary Sponsor

Gerald Allen

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits automated driving systems (ADS) from operating vehicles that require oversized/overweight permits due to exceeding statutory limits on weight, width, length, or height
  • Eliminates any legal duty for the state, counties, or municipalities to upgrade transportation infrastructure to accommodate ADS-equipped vehicles
  • Maintains existing state preemption preventing local governments from imposing taxes or requirements specific to ADS-equipped vehicle operations
  • Effective date: October 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Motor vehicles; operation of oversized vehicles operated by automated driving systems, prohibited

Motor Vehicles & Traffic

Last Action

Pending House Transportation, Utilities and Infrastructure

2/24/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation, Utilities and Infrastructure2/24/2026
Transportation and Energy1/29/2026

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