This bill prohibits the Department of Transportation from contracting with or funding companies that use LiDAR (light detection and ranging) technology from certain foreign countries or foreign companies identified as security risks. The legislation applies to any entity receiving a federal contract, grant, or loan from the Transportation Department, requiring them to certify they will not use the restricted technology in their work. The restrictions take effect on June 30, 2026, giving companies time to transition away from foreign-made LiDAR systems. The Secretary of Transportation can waive these requirements on a case-by-case basis if deemed in the national interest, though such waivers require advance notice to Congress. The bill exempts vehicle safety research, testing, and regulatory applications from these restrictions.
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