Proposition 22 (California)

Proposition 22, passed in California in 2020, allows companies like Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash to classify their drivers as independent contractors rather than employees. This means drivers retain more flexibility but do not receive benefits like minimum wage, unemployment insurance, or healthcare provided to employees. The proposition was intended to balance gig economy companies' business models with specific worker protections, but it also faced criticism for limiting benefits and protections for drivers. The measure's legal and policy implications continue to influence debates on gig work classification and employment rights.