Illinois House Bill 4789

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Sponsorship: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1)
Status: Introduced on February 2 2026 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2026-03-27 - Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
Pending: House Rules Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [HTML]

Creates the Automated Driving Systems Development Act. Provides that the operation of highly automated vehicles participating in an automated vehicle pilot project is subject to all applicable federal and State laws. Sets forth eligibility requirements for participation in an automated vehicle pilot project. Establishes the application process for participation in an automated vehicle pilot project. Creates a review committee within the Department of Transportation. Requires the Secretary of State to develop a driving test to evaluate the capability of highly automated vehicles to safely operate on State roads. Sets forth permit requirements and requirements concerning the suspension, revocation, and reinstatement of a permit. Creates reporting and data sharing requirements. Contains other provisions. Effective immediately.

AUTOMATED DRIVING SYSTEMS

Rep. Michael Kelly [D]

Date	Chamber	Action
2026-03-27	House	Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
2026-03-18	House	Assigned to Transportation: Vehicles & Safety
2026-02-06	House	Referred to Rules Committee
2026-02-06	House	First Reading
2026-02-02	House	Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Michael J. Kelly

Type	Source
Summary	https://www.ilga.gov/Legislation/BillStatus?DocNum=4789&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&LegId=165946&SessionID=114
Text	https://www.ilga.gov/Legislation/BillStatus/FullText?LegDocId=207292&DocName=10400HB4789&DocNum=4789&DocTypeID=HB&LegID=165946&GAID=18&SessionID=114&SpecSess=&Session=