WA SB5042

Requires a human safety operator to be physically present in any autonomous vehicle operating on Washington highways to transport passengers or goods, with authority to monitor, intervene, operate, stop, or shut off the vehicle

Mandates that autonomous vehicles registered in Washington meet all federal motor vehicle standards and regulations

Defines "autonomous vehicle" as vehicles with SAE Level 3, 4, or 5 automated driving systems under standard J3016B

Prohibits testing autonomous vehicles on public roadways unless human safety operator requirements are met and required information is submitted to the department

Requires human safety operators to meet all state and federal requirements for operating both motor vehicles and autonomous vehicles