Unions Rally Against Waymo’s Driverless Taxi Expansion, Advocating for Job Security and Safety Regulations

Unions, including the Teamsters, are rallying in Los Angeles to oppose Waymo’s expansion of its autonomous car service in California. They support a bill granting cities and counties control over robotaxis, advocating for stricter regulations and the inclusion of backup human drivers in autonomous services to protect jobs. Waymo, planning to expand in Los Angeles and suburban areas, faces resistance amid concerns about job security and safety. The Teamsters argue that automation threatens driving jobs, emphasizing the need for human backup drivers. State Senator Dave Cortese sponsors legislation to grant local authorities control over autonomous vehicle services, citing the importance of returning motor vehicle oversight to cities and counties. The bill aims to give localities extensive authority, including the ability to limit vehicle numbers based on congestion impact.

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