"New York Governor Kathy Hochul withdrew a proposal that would have amended vehicle and traffic laws to effectively legalize robotaxis in the state outside of New York City. Hochul spokesperson Sean Butler confirmed to TechCrunch that the proposal has been pulled. "Based on conversations with stakeholders, including in the legislature, it was clear that the support was not there to advance this proposal," Butler said in an emailed statement."
""We hear from thousands of New Yorkers who have experienced Waymo in other cities and want access to it at home," Waymo said in a statement emailed to TechCrunch. "They want the safety, privacy, and comfort that riders in other major cities already enjoy. While we are disappointed by the Governor's decision, we're committed to bringing our service to New York and will work with the State Legislature to advance this issue.""
Governor Kathy Hochul withdrew a proposal that would have amended vehicle and traffic laws to permit robotaxi operations outside New York City, citing lack of legislative support. The withdrawal halts efforts by Waymo and other autonomous vehicle companies to test and deploy driverless robotaxis statewide. Waymo said thousands of New Yorkers expressed interest and that the company remains committed to working with the State Legislature and officials to deliver a transparent, safety-focused service. Hochul's plan targeted a law requiring drivers to keep one hand on the wheel; the proposal would have included limitations and would not have fully opened New York to autonomous vehicle deployments.
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