This resolution supports a California bill that bans autonomous vehicles from delivering commercial goods directly to homes or businesses without a human operator. It aims to ensure safety and accountability in the delivery process.
Resolution supporting California State Assembly Bill No. 33, Autonomous Vehicles, introduced by Assembly Member Cecilia Aguiar-Curry, which prohibits an autonomous vehicle without a human operator from delivering commercial goods directly to a residence or to a business for its use or retail sale.
How it got here
The legislation originated from community safety concerns regarding autonomous vehicles delivering goods without human oversight, leading to the introduction of Assembly Bill No. 33 by Assembly Member Cecilia Aguiar-Curry.
Assembly Bill No. 33 was introduced to prohibit autonomous vehicles without human operators from delivering commercial goods directly to residences or businesses.
AB 33 was amended in the Assembly on March 4 and again on April 1, 2025, to refine its provisions regarding autonomous vehicle operations.
The bill was amended in the Senate to address additional concerns before moving forward.
Supervisor Connie Chan introduced a resolution supporting AB 33, confirming it as a routine, non-controversial matter.
The Board adopted the resolution supporting AB 33, emphasizing the need for human oversight in autonomous vehicle deliveries.
The Mayor returned the resolution unsigned, allowing it to become effective without his approval.
The Clerk transmitted the adopted resolution to the Governor and state legislative delegation, urging support for AB 33.
Reconstructed from attached documents & the official record
