8-2906. Same; regulation of automated driving systems and ADS-equipped vehicles. (a) (1) Automated driving systems and ADS-equipped vehicles shall be governed by:

(A) K.S.A. 8-2901 through 8-2910, and amendments thereto; and

(B) all applicable traffic and motor vehicle safety laws.

(2) Automated driving systems and ADS-equipped vehicles shall be regulated exclusively by the Kansas highway patrol. Violations of state and local traffic laws are enforceable as if the vehicle has a licensed human driver on board.

(3) The superintendent of the highway patrol may adopt such rules and regulations necessary to carry out the provisions of K.S.A. 8-2901 through 8-2910, and amendments thereto.

(b) A political subdivision of the state shall not impose requirements, including, but not limited to, performance standards specific to the operation of ADS-equipped vehicles, automated driving systems or on-demand driverless-capable vehicle networks that are in addition to the requirements set forth pursuant to K.S.A. 8-2901 through 8-2910, and amendments thereto. A political subdivision of the state shall not impose a tax on ADS-equipped vehicles, automated driving systems or on-demand driverless-capable vehicle networks if such tax relates specifically to the operation of ADS-equipped vehicles, automated driving systems or on-demand driverless-capable vehicle networks.

History: L. 2022, ch. 93, § 6; July 1.