A new state law in effect now gives Uber and Lyft drivers a raise for every mile and minute they drive. It’s something drivers were looking forward to, but passengers have mixed feelings about.

A new state law in effect now gives Uber and Lyft drivers a raise for every mile and minute they drive. It’s something drivers were looking forward to, but passengers have mixed feelings about.

ST. PAUL, Minn. ( Minnesota Reformer) – A new minimum wage for Uber and Lyft drivers in Minnesota takes effect on Sunday, the result of a hard-fought, two-year campaign to raise drivers’ wages, insurance coverage and protections from unfair discipline.

After facing opposition from local and state leaders, a pay raise for people who drive for rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft goes into effect Dec. 1.

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A law passed in May now requires that transportation network company drivers earn a minimum of $1.28 per mile and 31 cents per minute.