A coalition of drivers and union members, gathered in near-100-degree heat on the State House steps, argued for the value of human drivers, who they said can respond appropriately in certain passenger situations. Driverless rideshare services like Waymo would also increase traffic congestion, according to drivers.

Union representation included the App Drivers Union, Teamsters Local 25, Boston Building Trades Unions and International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers. Members are supportive of a different pair of bills pertaining to autonomous vehicles, which would require a human operator to be physically present in autonomous vehicles transporting commerce or passengers Massachusetts.

 

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Published: Jul 8, 2025