The bill would bar states from issuing a license to operate or use a Level 4 or Level 5 automated vehicle in a way that discriminates against a qualified person with a disability. It would also direct the Transportation Secretary to seek a National Academies study on improving access to driverless ride-hail vehicles, including during pickup and dropoff. The study would consider options such as curb design, pickup zones, and non-visual access.
If enacted, the bill would set a rule for state licensing involving certain highly automated vehicles. The proposed study would examine ways to help people with disabilities find, enter, use, and exit driverless ride-hail vehicles. No publicly available information describes specific changes to individual services or state licensing processes.
The bill authorizes $5 million for the study, available until spent. It does not state that this money has been appropriated.
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