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

A: Hey there, Kenji! Guess what?
B: What's up, Yumi? What happened?

A: So, you know Uber and Lyft drivers in California, right?
B: Yeah, I think so. They're the ride-hailing guys, correct?

A: Exactly! Well, guess what just happened?
B: Tell me...

A: They can now unionize! The governor signed a bill about it on Friday.
B: Wow, really?! That's big news! What does that mean for them?

A: It means they have the right to join unions and collectively bargain for better pay and benefits.
B: Oh, that sounds great! I wonder how they feel about it.

A: Well, Uber's head of public policy said it was a compromise that lowers costs for riders while creating stronger voices for drivers.
B: Interesting! I wonder if this will also happen in other states.

A: Yeah, Massachusetts already passed something similar last fall.
B: That's cool. I hope it leads to better working conditions for them.
Summary
Uber and Lyft drivers in California can now unionize, following the governor's recent bill signing. This move allows them to collectively bargain for improved pay and benefits. Uber's head of public policy considers it a cost-effective compromise for riders while amplifying driver voices.
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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/#conversation

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 08:34