Minnesotas Democratic governor, Tim Walz, vetoed a similar pay floor for rideshare drivers statewide last year.
While Uber is the largest rideshare company in the U.S., rival Lyft is also leaving the market.
Between the two companies, there are an estimated 10,000 drivers in total.
Rideshare drivers celebrate in Minneapolis on March 7, 2024 after Minneapolis City Council members voted to pass a measure that would increase wages.Photo: Trisha Ahmed (AP)
This deeply-flawed bill has been jammed through despite major concerns being raised by the community.
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