Overview

• California governor Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill that would have banned trucks over 10,000 pounds from operating autonomously without human drivers.
• The bill had broad support from state lawmakers and labor unions concerned about safety and potential job losses from driverless trucks.
• Newsom stated existing regulations were sufficient and the bill was not necessary at this time.
• The veto prevents a statewide ban on testing and deployment of driverless trucks, allowing development to continue under the department of motor vehicles.
• Debate continues between technology companies and labor groups about the risks and future of autonomous trucking in California and nationally.