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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
03/26/2026
03/26/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Creates the Transportation Network Driver Labor Relations Act. Defines "transportation network driver" as an individual who operates a motor vehicle that: (i) is owned, leased, or otherwise authorized for use by the individual; (ii) is not a taxicab or for-hire public passenger vehicle; (iii) is used to provide transportation network company services; and (iv) operates under the license of a transportation network company. Provides that transportation network drivers have the right of self-organization, to form, join, or assist transportation network driver organizations, and to bargain collectively. Sets forth provisions concerning unfair work practices; the prevention of unfair work practices; the designation of bargaining representatives; administrative fees; bargaining, impasse resolution procedures, and final determinations by the Department of Labor; applicability of other labor standards; rulemaking; and public records. Amends the Freedom of Information Act and the Labor Dispute Act to make conforming changes. Effective immediately.
AI Summary
This bill, titled the Transportation Network Driver Labor Relations Act, establishes the rights of transportation network drivers (individuals who use their own vehicles to provide ride-sharing services through a transportation network company, or TNC) to organize, form unions, and collectively bargain with TNCs. It defines key terms like "transportation network driver" and "transportation network company" and outlines procedures for designating bargaining representatives, preventing unfair labor practices by both drivers and companies, and resolving disputes through mediation and arbitration, with final determinations made by the Department of Labor. The Act also includes provisions for administrative fees to support driver education and enforcement, and makes conforming changes to existing laws like the Freedom of Information Act and the Labor Dispute Act.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (9)
Yolonda Morris (D)*,
Diane Blair-Sherlock (D),
Kam Buckner (D),
Justin Cochran (D),
Michael Crawford (D),
Marcus Evans (D),
Jay Hoffman (D),
Kevin Olickal (D),
Anne Stava-Murray (D),
Last Action
Held on Calendar Order of Second Reading - Short Debate (on 04/10/2026)
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