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IA SSB3052
SB
Status
Introduced
1/21/2026
Primary Sponsor
Transportation
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AI Summary
- Driverless-capable vehicles may operate on Iowa public highways without a human driver if they can achieve minimal risk condition during system malfunctions, comply with traffic laws, and meet federal motor vehicle safety standards.
- Vehicles transporting hazardous material are prohibited from operating without a conventional human driver present.
- Vehicle owners are deemed to be operating the vehicle while the automated driving system is engaged and are liable for personal injury, death, property damage, and traffic violations.
- Persons who modify an automated driving system without the manufacturer's consent are liable for any resulting damage, unless the owner directed the modification.
- Violations of the hazardous material provision constitute a simple misdemeanor punishable by up to 30 days confinement and fines between $105 and $855.
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to the operation of driverless-capable vehicles, including associated civil and criminal liability, and making penalties applicable.(See SF 2384.)
Last Action
Committee report approving bill, renumbered as SF 2384.
2/18/2026
Committee Referrals
Transportation1/21/2026
Full Bill Text
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