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Vehicle Laws - Fully Autonomous Vehicles Introduced Hearing 2/27 at 1:00 p.m · Feb 7, 2025
In plain language Sets standards and requirements for operating fully autonomous vehicles on Maryland highways, including a law enforcement interaction plan that must be submitted to the Motor Vehicle Administration before operation. Bars state agencies and local governments from prohibiting fully autonomous vehicle operation on roads under their jurisdiction.
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Legislative history 2 actions · newest first Feb 7, 2025 House Hearing 2/27 at 1:00 p.m. Feb 7, 2025 House First Reading Environment and Transportation
Progress Introduced Feb 7, 2025 Filed in a chamber; hasn't passed it yet. Engrossed (not reached) Passed the chamber where it was introduced. Enrolled (not reached) Passed both chambers in the same form and sent to the governor or president. Enacted (not reached) Became law: signed, allowed to take effect without a signature, or passed over a veto.
Sponsors Rep. Natalie Ziegler (D) Prime sponsor
Rep. Jessica Feldmark (D), Rep. Kevin Hornberger (R), Rep. Mary Lehman (D), Rep. Denise Roberts (D), Rep. Stuart Schmidt (R), Rep. Greg Wims (D), Rep. William Wivell (R), Rep. Chao Wu (D), Rep. Caylin Young (D)
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