California rideshare drivers will have the ability to form a union and negotiate a contract, while still being classified as independent contractors.

A new law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday, Assembly Bill 1340 , requires app-based transportation companies, like Lyft and Uber, to negotiate in good faith with a soon-to-be-formed drivers' union.

Driver Jason Munderloh said he's optimistic about the bill, but there are some complications. He's been driving for rideshare services since 2014, when he left his biomedical research job.

"The pay was pretty good, early on," Munderloh said.

At first, he really enjoyed being a driver.

"The advantages were it's an exciting job, potentially," Munderloh said. "You get to see the city. You get to meet a lot of people, and the pay is good, a

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