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Illinois labor unions are urging Gov. JB Pritzker to oppose legislation that would authorize a pilot program for Waymo’s autonomous vehicles in Cook County and other large counties. Union leaders warn that self‑driving cars threaten transit and rideshare jobs and raise safety concerns, citing federal investigations into Waymo vehicles for traffic violations and incidents involving emergency vehicles and children. The bill, introduced by Rep. Kam Buckner, remains stalled in the House Rules Committee with no clear path forward. Waymo continues mapping Chicago streets as it pushes for eventual approval.