CTA & PAVE AV Policy Forum at CES 2026

Join us on Tuesday, January 6th, for an AV Policy Forum at CES 2026. Hosted by PAVE and CTA, the event will feature federal AV leaders—including FMCSA Administrator Derek Barrs, FHWA Administrator Sean McMaster, and NHTSA Administrator Jonathan Morrison—along with three dynamic panel discussions. Save your seat to hear firsthand from public and private sector experts on critical topics such as workforce development, AI, and state and federal AV policy.

Key Details

Date: Tuesday, January 6th, 10 AM – 12 PM
Location: Las Vegas Convention Center, West Hall, Room W320
Cost: Free to attend with advanced registration

Agenda

10:00 AM

Welcome & Opening Remarks
With Tara Andringa of PAVE and Samuel Negatu of CTA

10:05 AM

Remarks from FMCSA Administrator Derek Barrs
With FMCSA Administrator Derek Barrs

10:10 AM

Panel Discussion: AVs, AI, and the Future of the Workforce
With Sam Loesche of Waabi, Tammy Meehan Russell of the Plum Catalyst, Anuja Sonalker of STEER, and Rich Steiner of Gatik

10:40 AM

Fireside Chat with NHTSA Administrator Jonathan Morrison
With Finch Fulton of K&L Gates and NHTSA Administrator Jonathan Morrison

10:55 AM

Panel Discussion: Nevada State Policy Spotlight
With Earl Adams Jr. of Plus, Kandee Bahr Worley of Nevada DOT, and Paul Escobar of Zoox

11:25 AM

Remarks from FHWA Administrator Sean McMaster
With FHWA Administrator Sean McMaster

11:35 AM

Panel Discussion: Exploring the Federal Policy Landscape
With Matt Furlow of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, Gerardo Interiano of Aurora, Sarah Puro of the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, and David Quinalty of Waymo

 

Registration

While this event is free to attend, advanced registration is required, and space is limited. Please complete the form below to reserve your seat!