Uber Says It Has a Solution to Pa.’s Public Transit Funding Problem. There’s a Big Catch.

Uber Says It Has a Solution to Pa.’s Public Transit Funding Problem. There’s a Big Catch.

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Uber is trying to sell Pennsylvania lawmakers on a partial solution to the two-month budget impasse, telling them it supports taxing ride-hailing trips statewide to raise desperately needed revenue for public transit. Article by Stephen Caruso of Spotlight PA But the pitch comes with a big stipulation: Uber will only support expanding the state’s 6% sales tax if the commonwealth classifies app-based drivers or couriers as inde…

Uber Says It Has A Solution To State’s Public Transit Funding Problem, But There’s A Big Catch

Uber wants Pa. lawmakers to officially classify its drivers as independent contractors, stripping them of certain rights. The post Uber Says It Has A Solution To State’s Public Transit Funding Problem, But There’s A Big Catch appeared first on NewtownPANow.com.

PA lawmakers split on Uber's proposal to fund public transit through ride fees

Uber wants Pa. lawmakers to officially classify its drivers as independent contractors, stripping them of certain rights.