This bill prohibits the operation of commercial motor vehicles using automated driving systems unless a licensed commercial driver is present in the vehicle to monitor and, if necessary, intervene to ensure safe and legal driving. Penalties for non-compliance start at $1,000 for a first offense, increase to $2,000 for a second offense, and double for each subsequent violation.
Summary
The bill prohibits using an automated driving system to drive a
commercial motor vehicle unless an individual who holds a commercial driver's license is in the vehicle, monitors the vehicle's driving, and intervenes, if necessary, to avoid illegal or unsafe driving. The penalty is $1,000 for a first offense; is $2,000 for a second offense; and doubles for each subsequent offense.
