Oregon bills · 2026 Regular Session
Oregon HB 4085
Relating to autonomous vehicles.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
- Shelly Boshart Davis (Republican)
- Susan McLain (Democratic)
Cosponsors (6)
- Thuy Tran (Democratic)
- Bruce Starr (Republican)
- Lisa Reynolds (Democratic)
- Mark Meek (Democratic)
- Hai Pham (Democratic)
- April Dobson (Democratic)
Summary
Official abstract published by the Oregon legislature· summary
Allows a person to operate an autonomous vehicle with the automated driving system engaged without a grant of driving privileges if certain conditions are met. Requires an automated driving system to be able to achieve a minimal risk condition or issue a request to intervene. Requires an autonomous vehicle to operate in compliance with state vehicle laws and comply with federal safety standards. Provides for exemptions. Allows the Department of Transportation to grant an autonomous vehicle that operates exclusively by an automated driving system and without an onboard driver an exemption to any state equipment requirement. Requires a person operating an autonomous vehicle that is involved in a collision that results in damages to property to perform certain duties. Exempts a person operating an autonomous vehicle from other certain duties of a driver. Prescribes financial responsibility requirements for a person operating an autonomous vehicle. Authorizes a person to operate an autonomous vehicle for the purpose of transporting persons or property for hire if the person provides certain information to the department and provides a first responder interaction plan. Prescribes that authorization does not expire unless suspended or revoked. Exempts autonomous vehicles and on-demand autonomous vehicle networks from provisions related to motor carriers. Prohibits local governments from regulating, imposing a tax or fee on or requiring a license or permit for on-demand autonomous vehicle networks. Prohibits local governments from prohibiting or regulating the operation of autonomous vehicles or on-demand autonomous vehicle networks.
Text versions
Roll-call votes
No recorded votes on this bill.
Actions
- Mar 7, 2026 · House
In committee upon adjournment. - Feb 9, 2026 · House
Public Hearing held. - Feb 2, 2026 · House
Referred to Transportation. - Feb 2, 2026 · House
First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.