Same; regulation of automated driving systems and ADS-equipped vehicles

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. Previous | Next LEGISLATIVE COORDINATING COUNCIL General Policies 2026 Archived LCC Documents Archived LCC Meetings REVISOR OF STATUTES Archived Session Documents Archived School Finance Documents USEFUL LINKS Session Laws Kansas Administrative Regulations OTHER LEGISLATIVE SITES Kansas Legislature Administrative Services Division of Post Audit Research Department Contact Us PDF Help www.ksrevisor.gov 2026