Washington State Autonomous Vehicle Work Group
The Washington State Legislature and the Washington State Transportation Commission (WSTC) are preparing for the arrival of autonomous vehicles (AVs). Through 2023, a diverse Work Group Executive Committee and seven Subcommittees will develop recommendations to prepare for this advancing technology. These recommendations include possible policies, laws and rules to support the safe operation of AVs on public roadways in the state.
Washington is Preparing for Autonomous Vehicles
In 2018, the Washington State Legislature took steps to prepare our state for the operation of AVs on public roadways in the state by directing the Washington State Transportation Commission (WSTC) to establish and convene a Work Group which consists of diverse stakeholders representing the public and private sectors related to AVs.
The Work Group is led by an Executive Committee and has seven different Subcommittees, with each of the Subcommittees focusing on a specific topic.
As of 2021, 4 companies have self-certified their ability to safely operate in the state with the Washington Department of Licensing. Please visit “AV 101” to learn more about AVs in Washington and around the country.
Latest News
The Transportation Commission has released the final AV Work Group Annual Report and also issued the “Roadmap to the Future” to the Legislature and Governor as Washington State prepares for the safe operation of AV’s on public roadways.
