Consumer group says self-driving cars pose privacy risk

Jerry Hirsch reports:

A consumer group says a bill that would allow self-driving cars on California’s roads does not do enough to protect privacy.

The bill, SB 1298, sponsored by Sen. Alex Padilla (D-Pacoima), has passed the California Senate and is awaiting Assembly consideration in June. It establishes guidelines for “autonomous vehicles” to be tested and operated in California.

It has flown through the Legislature, passing the Senate unanimously.

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