Oregon · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 2671: Relating to highly automated vehicles; prescribing an effective date.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 2671 is a bill introduced in the Oregon House on January 13, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to highly automated vehicles; prescribing an effective date. Primary sponsor: Ricki Ruiz (Democratic), Wlnsvey Campos (Democratic). It lists 6 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (June 28, 2025): In committee upon adjournment.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Permits the testing of highly automated vehicles on highways of this state under certain circumstances. Prescribes the testing permit application requirements. Directs automated vehicle manufacturers to obtain additional umbrella liability insurance policies prior to testing. Directs the Department of Transportation to adopt rules for the testing of highly automated vehicles on the highways of this state. Permits the department to grant automated vehicle manufacturers that are testing highly automated vehicles exemptions to state equipment requirements. Imposes a civil penalty for testing a highly automated vehicle without a testing permit. Requires automated vehicle manufacturers to provide to the department reports on collisions and necessary disengagements that involve highly automated vehicles. Creates the offense of testing a highly automated vehicle without a testing permit or sticker. Punishes by a maximum fine of $500. Defines "testing operator" to include both an onboard operator and a remote operator of a highly automated vehicle. Requires a testing operator to monitor the operation of a test vehicle at all times and to be prepared to take control of the test vehicle if necessary. Identifies the testing operator as the operator or driver of a highly automated vehicle for purposes of certain provisions. Exempts persons testing highly automated vehicles without an onboard operator on highways of this state from certain provisions of the Oregon Vehicle Code if the manufacturer has a valid testing permit. Directs the department to submit a report on the performance of highly automated vehicle technologies to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to transportation not later than November 15, 2032. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ricki Ruiz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| Wlnsvey Campos | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Ben Bowman | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Mark Gamba | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 41 |
| Chris Gorsek | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 25 |
| Daniel Nguyen | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 38 |
| Hoa Nguyen | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Rob Nosse | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 42 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- In committee upon adjournment.
- Public Hearing cancelled.
- Public Hearing held.
- Referred to Transportation with subsequent referral to Ways and Means.
- First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.