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California Lawmakers Pass Bill to Ban Autonomous Trucks

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California Lawmakers Pass Bill to Ban Autonomous Trucks
Transport trucks approach the Canada–U.S. border crossing in Windsor, Ont., on March 21, 2020. The Canadian Press/Rob Gurdebeke
Elizabeth Dowell
Updated:
California lawmakers voted Wednesday to pass a bill that would ban autonomous trucks from operating without a driver, requiring a safety driver to always be present.

The bill will now head to Gov. Gavin Newsom for his signature.

Elizabeth Dowell
Elizabeth Dowell
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Elizabeth is a SoCal based reporter covering issues in Los Angeles and throughout the state for The Epoch Times. She is passionate about creating truthful and accurate stories for readers to connect with. When she’s not reporting, she enjoys writing poetry, playing basketball, embarking on new adventures and spending quality time with her family and friends.
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