House Study Committee on Code Revisions for Autonomous Vehicles; create
This resolution creates a seven-member House committee to study how Georgia's vehicle laws apply to self-driving cars. The committee, appointed by the Speaker with input from specific committee chairs, will examine current traffic rules, safety standards, and liability issues related to autonomous vehicles, and recommend code revisions. It must complete its work and submit findings by December 2026, but cannot pass new laws itself. This affects future legislative decisions on autonomous vehicle regulations, not the public directly. The committee's role is strictly advisory, focusing on updating legal frameworks to ensure safety as self-driving technology advances.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 17, 2026
Last action Mar 19, 2026
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MINOR
This bill was amended to expand its scope from only autonomous vehicles to include micromobility devices like e-bikes and scooters. The committee structure was also modified to include minority party representation. These changes ensure the study covers a broader range of transportation technologies and promotes more inclusive oversight.
Scope change
The bill's scope was expanded to include micromobility in addition to autonomous vehicles.
SCOPE
Added 'micromobility' to the list of technologies being studied, expanding the bill's focus beyond just autonomous vehicles to include devices like e-bikes and scooters.
REQUIREMENT
Changed the committee composition requirement to include two minority party members, ensuring broader representation in the oversight process.
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Mar 19, 2026
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Feb 17, 2026
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