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MN HF4112
Bill
Status
3/9/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jon Koznick
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AI Summary
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Defines autonomous vehicles as those with SAE Level 4 or 5 automated driving systems and establishes related terminology including "dynamic driving task," "operational design domain," and "minimal risk condition"
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Requires commissioner authorization to operate autonomous vehicles without a human driver, with applications approved or denied within 30 days; authorizations do not expire but can be suspended or revoked for noncompliance
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Mandates $1,000,000 minimum combined single limit liability insurance per occurrence for autonomous vehicle operators, plus standard financial responsibility requirements for vehicle owners
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Establishes requirements for on-demand autonomous vehicle networks (ride-hailing services), including fare disclosure, electronic receipts, annual vehicle inspections, distinctive vehicle signage, and wheelchair-accessible service referrals
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Preempts local regulation of autonomous vehicles and automated driving systems, prohibiting municipalities from imposing additional operational requirements, permits, or fees specific to autonomous vehicle networks beyond generally applicable traffic laws
Legislative Description
Autonomous vehicles regulated.
Last Action
Introduction and first reading, referred to Commerce Finance and Policy
3/9/2026