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Governor's Autonomous Vehicle Plan Sparks Controversy Outside NYC

1/27/2026

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Governor Kathy Hochul plans legislation permitting a limited autonomous-vehicles fleet outside New York City's five boroughs.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani opposes the plan.
The New York Taxi Workers Alliance opposes the plan.
Waymo supports the governor's proposal as a step toward future operations in New York.
Legislation to regulate self-driving vehicles in the city has stalled.

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Governor Kathy Hochul plans legislation permitting a limited autonomous-vehicles fleet outside New York City's five boroughs.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani opposes the plan.
The New York Taxi Workers Alliance opposes the plan.
Waymo supports the governor's proposal as a step toward future operations in New York.
Legislation to regulate self-driving vehicles in the city has stalled.