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CA AB3139
Bill
Status
5/22/2024
Primary Sponsor
Akilah Weber Pierson
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AI Summary
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Requires vehicle manufacturers selling vehicles with remote vehicle technology in California to provide a prominently located, easy-to-use method for drivers to manually disable the technology from inside the vehicle without requiring passwords, online apps, or remote access.
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Mandates vehicle manufacturers establish a secure online portal titled "CALIFORNIA SURVIVOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ASSISTANCE" allowing abuse survivors to submit a vehicle separation notice within 7 days of disabling remote technology.
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Defines "survivor" as an individual who has had a covered act (domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, sex trafficking, or similar crimes) committed or allegedly committed against them.
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Allows survivors to submit a vehicle separation notice using either a signed statement under penalty of perjury or supporting documentation such as police reports, protective orders, or affidavits from licensed medical providers or victim services providers.
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Imposes civil liability on vehicle manufacturers for violations, including reasonable attorney's fees, statutory damages up to $50,000 per violation (or $100,000 for knowing violations), and actual or treble damages for knowing or reckless violations; declares waivers of these requirements void and unenforceable.
Legislative Description
Data privacy: vehicle manufacturers: remote vehicle technology.
Last Action
Ordered to inactive file at the request of Senator Min.
8/28/2024