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Ben Rolsma

Ben Rolsma is an associate in the firm’s Washington, DC office. He is a member of the Environmental and Energy Practice Group. Before joining the firm, he clerked for Judge Kevin C. Newsom of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.

Executive Summary

2026 has been a dynamic year so far for federal regulation of automotive safety. Federal regulators have demonstrated a sustained commitment to regulatory reform and innovation, while simultaneously advancing efforts to facilitate the deployment of autonomous vehicles. Congress has also renewed its focus on vehicle safety and automation

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