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Heavy Truck Drivers Criticize Gig Economy Bill

The bill's author says it's meant to provide a steady income, health benefits and other protections for contract employees like Lyft or Uber

The bill is now on Governor Gavin Newsom’s desk.
The bill is now on Governor Gavin Newsom’s desk. (State of California)

HAYWARD (KPIX 5) — A California bill aimed at reforming working conditions in the so-called gig economy is being sharply criticized by some truck drivers who feel unfairly swept up in its reforms.

“It’s not something we need or even want. We want to leave it the way it is,” said truck owner-operator Huy Le about Assembly Bill 5.

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