Tex.
Transp. Code Section 545.451
Definitions
(1)
“Automated driving system” means hardware and software that, when installed on a motor vehicle and engaged, are collectively capable of performing, without any intervention or supervision by a human operator:(A)
all aspects of the entire dynamic driving task for the vehicle on a sustained basis; and(B)
any fallback maneuvers necessary to respond to a failure of the system.(2)
“Automated motor vehicle” means a motor vehicle on which an automated driving system is installed.(3)
“Entire dynamic driving task” means the operational and tactical aspects of operating a vehicle. The term:(A)
includes:(i)
operational aspects, including steering, braking, accelerating, and monitoring the vehicle and the roadway; and(ii)
tactical aspects, including responding to events, determining when to change lanes, turning, using signals, and other related actions; and(B)
does not include strategic aspects, including determining destinations or waypoints.(4)
“Human operator” means a natural person in an automated motor vehicle who controls the entire dynamic driving task.(5)
“Owner” has the meaning assigned by Section 502.001 (Definitions).
Source:
Section 545.451 — Definitions, https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/TN/htm/TN.545.htm#545.451
(accessed Apr. 20, 2024).