SB 1315 requires manual override for driver assistance systems and adds system knowledge to driver exams
August 30, 2026
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Finance Connection
| Candidate | Donor | Amount | Industry | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nancy Tung for District Attorney 2019 | NANCY TUNG | $35,000 | DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY | Jan 2020 |
| Cory Briggs for City Attorney 2020 | Cory J. Briggs | $35,000 | Attorney | Jan 2020 |
| Webb for City Attorney 2021 | Michael Webb | $28,000 | City Attorney | Apr 2025 |
| Webb for City Attorney 2021 | Michael Webb | $25,657 | City Attorney | Apr 2025 |
| Californians United for Safe Neighborhood and Schools Supporting Suzy Loftus for District Attorney 2019 sponsored by public safety organizations | Sergeants Benevolent Association Political Action Fund | $20,000 | - | Jan 2020 |
| Ford for City Attorney 2025 | Sarah Ford | $5,500 | Attorney | Jul 2024 |
| Ford for City Attorney 2025 | Joseph Ford | $5,500 | Self-employed | Jul 2024 |
| Ford for City Attorney 2025 | Joseph Ford | $5,500 | Self-employed | Jul 2024 |
| Ford for City Attorney 2025 | Sarah Ford | $5,500 | Attorney | Jul 2024 |
| Steve Colin 4 City Attorney | Steve Colin | $5,200 | Attorney | Feb 2025 |
| Steve Colin 4 City Attorney | Steve Colin | $5,200 | Attorney | Feb 2025 |
| Moreno for District Attorney 2028 | Richard Spencer | $5,000 | Owner | Apr 2024 |
| Webb for City Attorney 2021 | Michael Webb | $5,000 | City Attorney | Jan 2021 |
| Moreno for District Attorney 2028 | Richard Spencer | $5,000 | Owner | Sep 2025 |
| Moreno for District Attorney 2028 | Monte Pistoresi | $5,000 | President | Apr 2024 |
| Webb for City Attorney 2021 | Katnik Corporation | $4,900 | - | Jan 2021 |
| Webb for City Attorney 2021 | Michel & Associates, P.C | $4,900 | - | Jan 2021 |
| Webb for City Attorney 2021 | Michelle Katnik | $4,900 | None | Jan 2021 |
| Webb for City Attorney 2021 | Mohammad Pournamdari | $4,900 | Chief Financial Officer | Feb 2021 |
| Re-elect Lori Frugoli for District Attorney 2022 | Paula Kamena | $4,900 | Retired | May 2021 |
Reported financial relationships and timing signals. This does not prove motive or influence. Readers draw their own conclusions.
The Frame
This bill establishes new safety requirements for vehicle manufacturers and updates driver education to ensure operators understand the limitations and control mechanisms of modern automated driving technology.
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Vehicle manufacturers
They must ensure their systems allow for manual override and may face civil penalties for non-compliance.
Drivers
They will be subject to new testing requirements regarding ADAS knowledge and gain the right to disable automated systems.
Department of Motor Vehicles
They are required to update the driver's license examination to include questions about ADAS levels.
Last recorded activity August 30, 2026.
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Why It Matters
This bill establishes new safety requirements for vehicle manufacturers and updates driver education to ensure operators understand the limitations and control mechanisms of modern automated driving technology.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I still drive my car manually if it has advanced driver assistance systems?
Will I be tested on driver assistance systems when I renew my license?
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