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New York Governor Kathy Hochul is expected to veto a bill that would protect a business transparency law from federal changes, potentially weakening the law's effectiveness, according to the bill's sponsor.
California lawmaker Wiener is revising a bill to regulate large AI companies, focusing on transparency and safety, while addressing concerns from tech giants and the governor about the scope and potential risks of AI regulation.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed a bill that aimed to ban heavy-duty driverless trucks from operating in the state. The bill required a trained human driver to be present in autonomous vehicles weighing over 10,001 pounds. Newsom stated that the existing regulatory framework is sufficient and that the bill is not needed at this time. While some states have allowed the testing and operation of self-driving trucks, California currently prohibits autonomous trucks weighing over 10,001 pounds. The Department of Motor Vehicles is working on developing a regulatory framework to lift this restriction. Supporters of the technology argue that the bill would hinder progress in achieving autonomous hauling of goods, while labor unions express concerns about safety and job losses. Newsom emphasized the need for transparent regulations and directed the labor and workforce development agency to develop recommendations to mitigate potential job impacts.