Illinois House passes bill some say could ‘drive’ rideshare businesses out of the state
SPRINGFIELD (The Center Square) – Some state lawmakers are looking to hold rideshare companies in Illinois to the same standard as other common carriers like taxis. State Rep. Jennifer-Gong Gershowitz, D-Glenview, introduced House Bill 2231, which would set up a new standard for companies like Uber and Lyft by getting rid of an exemption that says rideshare companies are not responsible for their drivers. Gong-Gershowitz explained her measure on Thursday. "House Bill 2231 puts rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft on […]
