HB 5220 Illinois House · 104th Regular Session

AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES

Summary
Amends the Equipment of Vehicles Chapter of the Illinois Vehicle Code to create the Autonomous Vehicles Article. Establishes requirements for the operation of autonomous vehicles on public roads for testing purposes by a driver who possesses the proper class of license for the type of vehicle being operated. Allows the Secretary of State Vehicle Services Department to adopt various rules regarding the operation and manufacture of autonomous vehicles. Includes requirements for manufacturers of autonomous vehicles. Requires a notice of autonomous vehicle noncompliance for violations of the Code or local traffic ordinances. Sets forth prohibitions for dealers and manufacturers.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
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Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 5, 2026 Last action Mar 27, 2026
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Mar 27, 2026
Committee
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Mar 4, 2026
Committee
Assigned to Transportation: Vehicles & Safety
lower
Feb 10, 2026
Committee
Referred to Rules Committee
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