Sec. 545.452. SUBCHAPTER AND DEPARTMENT GOVERN EXCLUSIVELY. (a) Unless otherwise provided by this subchapter, the following are governed exclusively by this subchapter:

(1) automated motor vehicles, including any commercial use or operation of automated motor vehicles; and

(2) automated driving systems.

(b) A political subdivision of this state or a state agency may not impose a franchise or other regulation related to the operation of an automated motor vehicle or automated driving system.

Added by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 973 (S.B. 2205), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2017.

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