SAM Act of 2026
Bill Summary
Allows grant funds from the Secretary of Transportation to be used for buying and deploying technology for self-driving shared vehicles. Enables the use of these funds for autonomous vehicle projects.
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Bill Journey
- May 7, 2026
- May 7, 2026You Are Here
The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
This bill affects companies and organizations that develop and operate autonomous shared mobility vehicles, as well as the Secretary of Transportation, by giving them more flexibility in how they use certain grant funds. It may also impact the general public who use shared mobility services, such as ride-hailing or car-sharing, by potentially increasing the availability of self-driving vehicles.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Independent / other1
Documents
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Bill Details
Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.