This bill establishes a framework for the operation of commercial autonomous vehicles in Minnesota, including the creation of the Commercial Autonomous Vehicle Operations Labor and Small Business Impact Advisory Board. The board is tasked with evaluating permit applications for commercial autonomous vehicle operations and conducting a comprehensive study on the potential impacts of such operations. The study will assess various factors, including economic impacts on drivers, reemployment pathways for displaced workers, and the effects on local businesses and infrastructure. The advisory board will also hold public hearings to gather input from stakeholders and is required to publish a final report by February 1, 2027.

Commercial autonomous vehicle operations are prohibited until the advisory board completes its study and the commissioner establishes a permit process. The bill mandates that a human safety operator must be present in the vehicle during operations, ensuring that they can monitor and intervene if necessary. The advisory board will evaluate each permit application based on criteria such as economic impacts, legal liability, and the vehicle's ability to navigate urban environments. The bill includes provisions for severability, ensuring that if any part is deemed invalid, the remaining provisions will still be enforceable.