California legislature passes AB5 gig-work bill, which could turn contractors into employees

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{"text":"SACRAMENTO — The California Senate on Tuesday passed gig-work legislation that could transform the state’s employment landscape by turning many independent contractors into employees. The vote was 29-11, along party lines.\n\nThe bill now heads to the state Assembly, where lawmakers approved an earlier version but must agree to amendments. If it passes a final vote there, AB5 goes to the desk of Gov. Gavin Newsom, who wrote a Labor Day op-ed supporting the measure.\n\nRead more: https://www.sfchronicle.com/business/article/Senate-passes-AB5-gig-work-bill-turning-14430204.php?psid=mX0zK  ","videos":"[]","link":"{}","pics":"[]","canComment":true}