SF 303 – Replacement driver’s license
SF 302 – Automated driving systems
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SF 303 – Replacement driver’s license
SF 303 – Iowans under 21 carry a vertical driver’s license. Upon attaining 21 years of age, they are not required to get a new horizontal license until it’s due for a renewal. The bill makes the person eligible to apply electronically for a replacement horizontal license for the unexpired months. The DOT will notify the individual prior to their 21st birthday of their eligibility for the replacement license.
[2/18: short form]
SF 302 – Automated driving systems
SF 302 allows driver-less capable vehicles to operate on public highways without a human driver physically present in the vehicle if it meets these conditions:
- Capable of achieving minimal risk conditions if a malfunction occurs that renders it unable to perform any dynamic driving task.
- While driverless, must be capable of operating in compliance with the applicable traffic and motor vehicle safety laws that govern dynamic driving tasks.
- Must be in compliance with all applicable federal motor vehicle safety standards.
- Requires owners to submit to the DOT proof of financial liability coverage.
The vehicle must remain at the scene of an accident, and failure to comply may result in the owner being charged with related code violations. The bill also creates and authorizes a person to operate an on-demand driverless-capable vehicle network to transport goods and people. Automated driving systems will be governed and regulated by the Iowa Department of Transportation.
[2/18: short form]