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SB 480: Autonomous vehicles.
What SB 480 does, verified December 6, 2025
An autonomous vehicle can be tested on public roads without prior approval, as long as the driver has the proper license and meets specified requirements. The bill would allow autonomous vehicles to be equipped with automated driving system marker lamps, which emit a light to indicate when the autonomous system is engaged. This change would take effect on January 1, 2026.
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Last action: Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 415, Statutes of 2025. (2025-09-03)Alert me
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| Oct. 06, 2025 | Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 415, Statutes of 2025. |
| Oct. 06, 2025 | Approved by the Governor. |
| Sep. 09, 2025 | Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 2 p.m. |
| Sep. 03, 2025 | Assembly amendments concurred in. (Ayes 40. Noes 0. Page 2443.) Ordered to engrossing and enrolling. |
| Sep. 03, 2025 | Assembly amendments concurred in. (Ayes 40. Noes 0. Page 2443.) Ordered to engrossing and enrolling. |