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August 25, 2023

Minnesota Mayor Vetoes Guaranteed Minimum Wage for App Drivers
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In Minnesota, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has vetoed a city ordinance
that would have granted a minimum wage to Lyft and Uber drivers. Frey
said after the veto he'd reached a deal only with Uber for a commitment
to pay drivers the city's minimum wage of $15 an hour. Lyft drivers are
not covered under the mayor's agreement. Minneapolis City Councilmember
Robin Wonsley said in response, "This veto is an inexcusable betrayal of
Minneapolis workers."


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