HB 2679 Summary

• Authorizes the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) director to adopt rules for the operation of autonomous vehicles on state highways.

• ADOT rules shall establish vehicle requirements, insurance standards, minimum safety standards, testing procedures, and geographic restrictions for autonomous vehicle testing.

• Defines "autonomous vehicle" as a motor vehicle using artificial intelligence, sensors, and GPS coordinates to drive itself without active human operator intervention.

• Adds an autonomous vehicle endorsement option to driver licenses (classes A, B, C, D, or G) with procedures established by the department for obtaining the endorsement.