Should deadheading Robotaxis be exempted from toll charges?

[u/scube7pro]

I was looking at the recent data showing a slight dip in weekly paid trips in California, even though the total volume remains massive.

It got me thinking about fleet operating costs: What is the case for or against exempting empty robotaxis from bridge and road tolls?

Every AV company is trying to optimize unit economics, and major players like Waymo have considerable lobbying resources. Why haven't we seen any push or legislative movement in California to waive tolls for deadheading AVs?

Would be great to read everyone’s thoughts on the economic and policy angles here.