Newsom signs bill giving Uber and Lyft drivers in California the right to unionize as independent contractors.
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Newsom Approves Uber & Lyft Union Bill
Newsom Signs Bill Giving Uber And Lyft Drivers In California The Right To Unionize Drivers for ride-hailing apps like Uber and Lyft are about to gain a major victory in California labor rights. Newsom signs bill giving Uber and Lyft drivers in California the right to unionize , marking a historic shift in how gig workers can organize and negotiate with companies. Image Credits:Getty Images This new law allows drivers—who remain classified as independent contractors—to unionize and collectively bargain for better pay, benefits, and working conditions. The move positions California once again at the center of the national debate over gig economy labor rights. A Historic Deal Between Lawmakers, Unions, And Tech Giants The bill comes as part of a broader agreement between state lawmakers, labor unions, and ride-hailing giants Uber and Lyft. Alongside this new unionization right, the deal also includes a separate bill that lowers insurance requirements for the companies. When the compromise was f…
