To prohibit a State from issuing a motor vehicle operator’s license for the operation or use of an ADS-equipped vehicle operating at Level 4 or Level 5 in a manner that discriminates on the basis of disability.
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Latest Action · February 12, 2024
Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
The Autonomous Vehicle Accessibility Act prohibits states from issuing driver's licenses for fully autonomous vehicles (Level 4 and Level 5) in ways that discriminate against people with disabilities. The bill ensures that individuals with disabilities can operate these self-driving vehicles on equal terms with non-disabled individuals under the Americans with Disabilities Act. The legislation also directs the Secretary of Transportation to contract with the National Academies to study how public infrastructure can be improved to help people with disabilities find, access, and safely use autonomous ride-hailing services, including examining curb design, pickup zones, and technological solutions. The bill authorizes five million dollars for this infrastructure study, with funding available until fully spent.
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