by Michael Wolfe | Jan 25, 2023 | Uncategorized
One of Drive Forward’s guiding principles is to be an advocate for our members to ensure your voice is heard in the halls of government. On occasion there will be new bills and ordinaces that could affect your work as app b ased independent contractors. Below...
by Michael Wolfe | Sep 29, 2022 | Uncategorized
On Tuesday Drive Forward Member James Lockhart and Executive Director Michael Wolfe provided testimony to the Seattle City Council Public Safety and Human Services Committee, on deactivations and background checks for delivery drivers who use platforms like Instacart...
by Michael Wolfe | Jul 7, 2022 | Uncategorized
On March 31, 2022, Governor Jay Inslee signed into law House Bill 2076 which establishes a series of statewide rideshare regulations in Washington State. Most importantly it set a statewide minimum earning standard, but also creates a Paid Sick Time system, forces...
by Michael Wolfe | Apr 8, 2022 | Uncategorized
On Tuesday, the Seattle City Council introduced the “PayUp” Ordinance that attempts to establish a minimum earnings standard for all app-based independent contractors except rideshare drivers. We think this ordinance is a good first step but it is not ready for...
by Michael Wolfe | Nov 16, 2021 | Uncategorized
If you’ve ever joined one of our Membership Meetings in the last year or listened to us talk about our legislative priorities then you’ve probably heard us mention Portable Benefits before. Next year we will be doubling down on our efforts to advance possible...
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