Surrounded by union representatives in Berkeley, California, Gov. Gavin Newsom on Oct. 3 signed into law a bill to allow rideshare drivers to unionize.
The governor hailed Assembly Bill 1340 as a victory for drivers.
California Passes Law to Allow Rideshare Drivers to Unionize
Uber and Lyft drivers will be able to organize unions starting next year.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs a new law on Oct. 3, allowing rideshare drivers to unionize starting Jan. 1, 2026. California Governor's Office
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