Bills · S 1798
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 1798Transportation and Public Works
Autonomous Vehicle Acceleration Act of 2025
INTRO MAY 15· LAST ACTION MAY 15
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it tries to clear a path for self-driving cars to become a more common part of our daily lives. Right now, many federal rules for cars were made when humans were always in control, which makes it tough for truly driverless vehicles to get approved. If this bill passes, it could mean faster development and deployment of autonomous vehicles, potentially leading to fewer accidents caused by human error, new mobility options for people who can't drive, and changes in how goods are transported.
Without this bill, the current regulatory system might continue to slow down the introduction of advanced self-driving cars, potentially hindering U.S. innovation and competitiveness in this emerging technology. It touches on issues of public safety, economic growth, and the future of transportation, impacting everything from how we commute to the kinds of jobs available in the automotive sector.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Secretary of Transportation to address certification challenges for autonomous vehicles within one year by updating or amending existing federal motor vehicle safety standards.
This provision directly tackles the main hurdle for autonomous vehicle deployment, by adapting outdated regulations that assume a human driver.
PROVISION 02
Directs the Secretary to develop a roadmap for the commercial-scale deployment of Level 4 and Level 5 autonomous vehicles in the U.S. within one year.
This establishes a strategic plan for integrating advanced self-driving technology into the national transportation system and promoting U.S. leadership.
PROVISION 03
Mandates a 'supplemental technology assessment' as part of the roadmap, which will identify new technologies, emerging safety concerns, and recommend updates to safety standards.
This ensures that the regulatory framework remains current with rapid technological advancements and addresses evolving safety considerations for autonomous vehicles.
PROVISION 04
Allows the Secretary discretion to determine that autonomous vehicles comply with safety regulations, including through establishing new exemption processes.
This provides flexibility for manufacturers to introduce innovative vehicle designs that don't fit traditional molds, while still ensuring safety standards are met.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAY 15
Introduced in Senate
MAY 15
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 1798
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMay 15, 2025
Last actionMay 15, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · COMMERCE, SCIENCE, AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAY 15, 2025
Senate BillS 1798Transportation and Public Works
Autonomous Vehicle Acceleration Act of 2025
INTRODUCED MAY 15, 2025· LAST ACTION MAY 15, 2025
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