Substitute Senate Bill No. 924 Summary

• Establishes requirements for motor vehicle registration renewal notices, including provisions for leased vehicles and penalties for non-compliance with fines or legal obligations.

• Authorizes Connecticut to participate in the International Registration Plan for commercial vehicle registration on an apportionment basis and allows electronic display of registration documents.

• Requires school bus and student transportation carriers to register with the Motor Vehicles Commissioner, review monthly reports of drivers with suspended/revoked licenses, and immediately prohibit non-compliant operators from driving.

• Creates a Motor Vehicle Operator's License Medical Advisory Board of 8-15 medical professionals to advise on licensing decisions and establishes physical qualification standards based on 49 CFR 391 for commercial drivers and school bus operators.

• Establishes a pilot program in up to four municipalities to test fully autonomous vehicles (SAE Level 4-5) with an operator physically present in the vehicle, proof of $5 million liability insurance, and compliance with safety standards.