California Voters Pass Proposition 22

California Voters Pass Proposition 22

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The video discusses a significant development in California labor law, where Proposition 22 was passed, allowing app-based companies like Uber and Lyft to classify their drivers as independent contractors rather than employees. Supporters argue this maintains driver independence while ensuring minimum wage benefits. Opponents, however, believe drivers should receive full employee protections, including paid leave.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the new California labor law require companies to do regarding gig workers?

Classify them as independent contractors

Classify them as employees

Offer them stock options

Provide them with health insurance

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Proposition 22?

A regulation that limits the number of hours gig workers can work

A rule that increases the minimum wage for gig workers

An exemption for app-based companies from classifying drivers as employees

A law that mandates health benefits for all workers

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which companies are primarily affected by Proposition 22?

Retail companies

Manufacturing firms

App-based companies like Uber and Lyft

Food delivery services

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do supporters of Proposition 22 argue?

Drivers should be classified as employees

Drivers should maintain independence while benefiting from minimum wage laws

Drivers should receive stock options

Drivers should have mandatory health insurance

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key argument from opponents of Proposition 22?

Workers should have the freedom to choose their hours

Workers should be given employee protections such as paid leave

Workers should receive bonuses for long hours

Workers should be allowed to work for multiple companies simultaneously