Teamsters Decry Uber's Attempt to Buy Favorable Regulations

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Uber is planning to invest $30 million in California politics in 2024 to influence lawmakers and legislation, particularly around autonomous vehicles. The Teamsters Union has expressed concerns over Uber's plans, claiming that it undermines public safety and workers' rights for the sake of its bottom line. The union will monitor Uber's push for more autonomous vehicles in the state and opposes any attempts to fight legislation aimed at keeping streets safe.

Tech Giant Manipulates Lawmakers, Ignores Public Safety through Political Action Committee

Statement from Peter Finn, Vice President of Teamsters Western Region and President of Teamsters Joint Council 7, reacts to the announcement that Uber plans to invest $30 million in 2024 to influence California's lawmakers and legislation:

"Californians should be wary of Uber's intent to pour $30 million into state politics. This tech giant aims to sway politicians and undermine public safety and workers’ rights for its profit. Uber seeks to deploy more autonomous vehicles, partnering with Waymo in Phoenix, and possibly extending to California. Uber's history reflects the use of substantial funds to manipulate regulations and achieve favorable policies."

The Teamsters Union will scrutinize Uber's attempts to advocate for autonomous vehicles in California, opposing sensible legislation to ensure street safety. We anticipate collaborating with California’s officials this year to endorse Senate Bill 915, granting local communities the authority to regulate autonomous vehicles on their roads."

Teamsters Joint Council 7 represents 100,000 members across Northern California, the Central Valley, Northern Nevada in various industries, including freight, delivery, construction, dairy, beverage, food processing, rail, ports, parking, solid waste/recycling, hotels, bus driving, schools, public services, and more.

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