UNLV Food Delivery Robots Expansion Approved

The Clark County Commission has unanimously approved an ordinance to expand the operational range of Starship Technologies' food delivery robots at UNLV to include nearby off-campus student housing. This decision aims to provide more accessible food options for students, particularly those with mobility challenges or who study late. However, safety advocates have raised concerns about the robots navigating narrow sidewalks and busy streets like Maryland Parkway. The robots, operated via Grubhub, are limited to 5 mph and prohibited from delivering alcohol and cannabis. The approval follows the Nevada Legislature's grant of regulatory powers to local governments over such devices. UNLV officials emphasize the robots' role in addressing food insecurities among students, with over 54% experiencing such challenges.