California Grants Uber and Lyft Drivers Unionization Rights
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California has signed a law allowing over 800,000 ride-hailing drivers to unionize and bargain collectively, marking a significant expansion of private sector labor rights, alongside a measure to reduce insurance costs for companies like Uber and Lyft. The legislation aims to give drivers more voice and improve working conditions, despite some criticism that it doesn't go far enough in protecting workers' rights.
- Newsom signs bill giving 800,000 Uber and Lyft drivers in California the right to unionize AP News
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- Newsom signs landmark deal for Uber, Lyft driver unions Politico
- As the federal government turns its back on workers, Governor Newsom signs landmark bill expanding workers’ rights CA.gov
- California Gives Uber, Lyft Drivers Collective Bargaining Rights KQED
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