California Passes Law to Allow Rideshare Drivers to Unionize

Uber and Lyft drivers will be able to organize unions starting next year.
California Passes Law to Allow Rideshare Drivers to Unionize
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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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.

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