Bill · started in the Commons
Autonomous Maritime Vessels (Regulation) Bill
A Bill to make provision about the regulation of autonomous surface and submersible maritime vessels; and for connected purposes.
In progress
Current stage: 2nd reading (Commons)
The story so farThe Autonomous Maritime Vessels (Regulation) Bill was introduced in the House of Commons on 2 March 2026 by Rebecca Smith (Conservative). It is now at second reading in the House of Commons. Second reading is the first debate on the overall principle of the bill; if the bill clears it, detailed committee scrutiny follows.
Sponsor
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Rebecca Smith
Conservative
Primary sponsor
Progress through Parliament
- 1st reading Commons 2 Mar 2026
- 2nd reading Commons Current
Source: the official bill page. Last updated 30 Apr 2026.