House Commerce Subcommittee to Hold Hearing on Impact of Self-Driving Cars

The potential impact of self-driving cars on motorist safety as well as on mobility and new opportunities for disabled and underserved communities will be the focus of a House Commerce, Manufacturing and Trade Subcommittee hearing Tuesday. “Next week’s hearing provides us the opportunity to review the potential impact this innovative technology will have on safety and economic growth, while allowing us to examine any regulatory roadblocks hindering its development," said Subcommittee Chairman Michael Burgess, R-Texas, in a news release. Witnesses haven't been listed yet. The 10:30 a.m. hearing will be in 2322 Rayburn.