Bill > AB1340

This bill establishes the Transportation Network Company (TNC) Drivers Labor Relations Act, which creates a framework for app-based drivers (like Uber and Lyft drivers) to collectively bargain and form driver organizations. The bill requires that transportation network companies submit quarterly reports about their drivers to the Public Employment Relations Board and establishes procedures for drivers to form and certify a statewide driver organization that can negotiate agreements covering earnings, benefits, safety protocols, and other working conditions. Drivers must meet certain eligibility requirements, such as completing a minimum number of rides, to participate in the bargaining process. The bill mandates good-faith negotiation between the certified driver organization and TNCs, with provisions for mediation and arbitration if agreements cannot be reached. If a sectoral agreement is approved, it will apply to all covered TNCs (those representing 95% of rideshare volume), setting minimum standards for drivers while preserving the independent contractor status established by Proposition 22. The bill also includes protections against unfair labor practices, such as preventing TNCs from interfering with driver organization efforts or discriminating against drivers who participate in collective bargaining. Additionally, the bill exempts driver-related information submitted to the board from public disclosure to protect drivers' privacy.

Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment, Transportation and Infrastructure

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