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Summary: Newsom signs bill giving Uber and Lyft drivers in California the right to unionize Crunch

1. California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a bill that allows Uber and Lyft drivers to unionize as independent contractors.
2. This move is part of a larger deal, also involving lawmakers and ride-hailing companies, which includes lowering insurance requirements for these companies and granting union rights.
3. Over 800,000 Uber and Lyft drivers in California will now have the right to join unions and negotiate for better pay and benefits. Massachusetts has already passed a similar measure for ride-hailing drivers.
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California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill enabling Uber and Lyft drivers to unionize as independent contractors, part of a larger deal with lawmakers and ride-hailing companies. The agreement reduces insurance requirements and grants union rights for over 800,000 drivers. Massachusetts has
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URL: https://techcrunch.com/2025/10/04/newsom-signs-bill-giving-uber-and-lyft-drivers-in-california-the-right-to-unionize/#summary

Date: Oct. 5, 2025

Notes: 2025-10-05

Created: 2025/10/05 08:20

Updated: 2025/12/08 01:15

Last Read: 2025/10/05 13:39