| State | Status | State Law |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | đ© | (1) SF 302 (2019) |
| Explanation of State Law | Failed Legislation | Testing |
| (1) Defines automated driving systems, acceptable use, operator requirements, and insurance requirements. | - | National Advanced Driving Simulator (source) |
| Testing Requirements | Oversight Department | Infrastructure Developments |
| A safety driver will be behind the wheel at all times to monitor the automated features and drive the vehicle anytime those features are not in use. These drivers are specially trained members of the research team with years of experience using these technologies. A second research team member will be on board to assist with study subjects. The vehicle is being outfitted by Illinois-based company AutonomouStuff, and the high definition road mapping done by Wisconsin-based Mandli Communications. (source) | Iowa DOT | Iowa DOT taking "active measures to prepare for autonomous vehicles" Current work on vehicle automation has naturally focused on driving environments with reduced complexity, e.g., locations with consistently good weather, clear lane markings, etc. Iowaâs profile as a fourâseason state with significant truck traffic and a highly cooperative transportation community makes it an excellent facilitator for the next stage of development, offering a âreal worldâ development environment which can help vehicle automation achieve its ultimate goal of operating in all conditions. (source) |
| Crashes/Safety Incidents | Liability/Insurance Requirements | |
| - | Before a system-equipped vehicle is allowed to operate on the public highways of this state, the owner shall obtain financial liability coverage for the vehicle. A system-equipped vehicle shall not operate on the highways of this state unless financial liability coverage is in effect for the vehicle and unless proof of financial liability coverage is carried in the vehicle pursuant to section 321.20B. (source) |