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IA HF2375
Bill
Status
2/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Daniel Gosa
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AI Summary
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Driverless-capable vehicles operating for commercial purposes (not personal use) must have a conventional human driver physically present in the vehicle on Iowa public highways
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The human driver must be able to monitor the vehicle's operation and intervene by taking manual control, including stopping and shutting off the vehicle if necessary
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The required human driver must hold a valid driver's license and any endorsements otherwise required for operating that type of vehicle (such as a CDL for commercial motor vehicles)
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The human driver must comply with all applicable federal and state laws regulating automated and conventional vehicles
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Violations would result in existing penalties, including a $260 scheduled fine for operating without a valid license for the vehicle type
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to conventional human drivers physically present in certain driverless-capable vehicles, and making penalties applicable.
Last Action
Subcommittee recommends passage.
2/16/2026