New Mexico HB 148 — AV Prohibition Without Human Operator (Failed 2025)
New Mexico HB 148 would have prohibited the operation of autonomous vehicles on public roads unless a licensed human operator was physically present in the vehicle. The bill was opposed by AV industry advocates and failed to pass the legislature in 2025.
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