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Open to automate

Stakeholders differ on failed automation ban at California ports
By Bill Mongelluzzo
California Gov. Gavin Newsom’ s refusal to sign a bill that would have effectively banned automation at the state’ s ports“ will undoubtedly lead to a loss of jobs,” according to the International Longshore and Warehouse Union( ILWU). www. joc. com November 3, 2025 | Journal of Commerce 21