"Streetsblog obtained the most-recent version of the bill, which stipulates that the companies would have to create a roster of workers, assign each worker an identification number, provide the workers with ID cards that contain their name, photo, and which company they work for, provide workers with reflective vests and other safety equipment and facilitate a safety course for each worker that will include latest "best practices" for e-bike operation and lithium-ion battery storage."
"The new version has been modified to loosen the penalties on the app companies. Instead of penalizing app companies if workers fail to wear their reflective vest or carry their ID cards, the companies will only be penalized if they fail to provide these things to their workers. At least one app company is happy with this change. Uber spokesperson Josh Gold told Streetsblog the changes were "positive," though he argues that the bill will push deliveristas to use mopeds instead of e-bikes."
Intro 20 requires app-based delivery companies to register and roster workers, assign identification numbers, and issue ID cards containing name, photo, and company affiliation. Companies must provide reflective vests and other safety equipment and facilitate a Department of Transportation-led safety course covering best practices for e-bike operation and lithium-ion battery storage. The bill was modified so companies face penalties only if they fail to provide required items, rather than if workers fail to wear or carry them. Platforms affected include major delivery apps. Concerns include a potential shift to mopeds and related safety and enforcement implications.
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