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HR 1371

House Study Committee on Code Revisions for Autonomous Vehicles; create

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by John Corbett and 5 co-sponsors

Georgia creates a House Study Committee to review state laws needed for autonomous vehicle deployment and operations.

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Bill Summary · HR 1371

Legislative bill overview

HR 1371 proposes establishing a House Study Committee tasked with reviewing and revising Georgia's legal code to accommodate autonomous vehicle (AV) technology and operations. This is a procedural bill that creates a committee rather than directly implementing regulations, allowing the legislature to examine what code changes autonomous vehicles will require.

Why is this important

As autonomous vehicle technology advances and deployment increases, states must update outdated traffic laws, liability frameworks, insurance requirements, and safety standards. Georgia's proactive approach through this study committee positions the state to establish clear legal pathways for AV companies while protecting public safety—potentially attracting AV industry investment and avoiding regulatory gaps that could stall innovation or create legal confusion.

Potential points of contention

  • Liability and insurance questions: Determining who bears responsibility in AV accidents (manufacturer, owner, software provider) remains legally unsettled and will require difficult policy choices
  • Safety standards vs. innovation speed: Balancing thorough safety requirements against industry pressure for rapid deployment and competitive timelines with other states
  • Workforce impact: Code revisions enabling autonomous vehicles could eliminate commercial driving jobs, raising concerns about economic transition assistance and stakeholder input from affected workers

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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