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California Bill Targets Robotaxis, Requires Human Operators

4/10/2026

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California State Sen. David Cortese (D-Calif.) introduced a bill to regulate robotaxis, targeting Waymo, after incidents obstructing emergency vehicles.
The bill would require companies to hire local human operators to assist during emergencies.
It would set a staffing ratio of one operator for every three robotaxi vehicles.
Critics including lobbyist Sarah Boot warn the bill could create regulatory overlap.

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Story summary

California State Sen. David Cortese (D-Calif.) introduced a bill to regulate robotaxis, targeting Waymo, after incidents obstructing emergency vehicles.
The bill would require companies to hire local human operators to assist during emergencies.
It would set a staffing ratio of one operator for every three robotaxi vehicles.
Critics including lobbyist Sarah Boot warn the bill could create regulatory overlap.