California fines robotaxi operators for blocking first responders over 30 minutes

California enacted Senate Bill 1246, requiring robotaxi operators including Tesla, Waymo, and Zoox to provide local first responder support and face fines if vehicles block emergency personnel for over 30 minutes. The law, effective July 2028, mandates U.S.-based remote operators with valid driver's licenses and requires companies to notify jurisdictions during system-wide failures.