California advances bill that would 'lead the world' on gig worker rights

A bill that would fundamentally change the way tech giants – such as Lyft and Uber – engage with workers has passed a major hurdle in the California legislature.

Assembly Bill 5 would change the way businesses classify employees and dramatically expand protections for gig workers. If it becomes law, it would represent a big win for labor advocates across the state.

“This bill not only does important things immediately for workers, but also sets a framework for the future we think is really important,” said Steve Smith of the...