As drivers struggle, Seattle should scrap gig-worker law - Pacific Research Institute

Back in May 2022, the Seattle City Council approved so-called “PayUp” legislation imposing minimum wage standards on app-based delivery services. Under the rules, app-based delivery drivers must be paid a city-established minimum per minute and per mile. At the time of its passage, city officials and activists alike argued the rule was necessary to help delivery drivers make ends meet. “App-based work is one of the fastest growing sectors of our economy with more workers turning to this type of work,” argued Councilmember Lisa Herbold. “The passage of this legislation...