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Councilor Marlon Luz proposes changes to the Bill that include rate limits for Uber and other benefits for app drivers.
Get ready for a drastic change in the ride-hailing scenario! São Paulo city councilman Marlon Luz has come out swinging and presented a new text for PLP 12, which promises to shake up the market. And if you thought that platforms like Uber could continue with the old practice of charging absurd fees of up to 50%, you can breathe a sigh of relief. The new project aims to limit this bite to 25%, ensuring more justice in drivers' pockets.
This Thursday (12), councilor Marlon Luz, from São Paulo, presented a new text for Bill 12/2024, which promises to regulate the work of app drivers throughout Brazil. The proposal was delivered to the project's rapporteur, Congressman Augusto Coutinho, and brings significant changes to the category.
End of app drivers' unions
Among the main changes, Marlon highlights the end of the unions for app drivers, stating that they do not represent the class effectively. “Uber and other platforms will no longer be able to keep more than 25% of the value of rides“, said the councilor, who also made a point of highlighting the relief for workers who are already overburdened by high rates, which reach 40% or 50%.Nobody can stand these absurd rates anymore“, he emphasized.
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IPI exemption on the purchase of new cars
The text proposes exemption from the Tax on Industrialized Products (IPI) on the purchase of new cars for app drivers, something that already happens with taxi drivers. Marlon explained that this measure is fair to equalize rights between categories.We are also guaranteeing credit with an interest rate half that of the market for the purchase of a new car.”, he added.
Another key point is the real autonomy of drivers, which, according to Marlon, was confusing in previous proposals. Now, the new text ensures that app drivers will have more control over their activities, promoting true independence.
Uber was against benefits offered by city halls, according to the councilor
The proposal also authorizes municipalities to register app drivers, which will allow them to offer benefits such as exemption from the blue zone and rotation. “Until now, Uber has taken legal action against these measures, but now municipalities will have more power to offer these benefits,” explained the councilor.
Mandatory toxicological examination
Finally, Marlon Luz announced that toxicology tests would be mandatory for app drivers. According to him, professionalization is the path to the valorization of the class.Uber and 99 prefer amateurs because it's cheaper for them. But when we professionalize drivers, they gain the respect and recognition they deserve.”He concluded.
With these changes, Marlon Luz hopes to bring more equity to app drivers and a fairer environment for those who depend on this work. The expectation now is to see how Uber and other platforms will react to these proposals that aim to reduce their profit margins and improve conditions for drivers.
When Uber arrived in Brazil, it was a joy for thousands of app drivers
When Uber arrived in Brazil in 2014, it offered a series of attractive benefits to drivers, helping to revolutionize urban transportation in the country. One of the main attractions was the flexible hours, allowing drivers to work whenever they wanted, without the rigidity of traditional jobs.. This made it possible for many people who were unemployed or needed extra income to drive during their breaks or during weekends and holidays. The platform offered a relatively easy way to start working, without the need for lengthy processes such as sending in resumes or going through multiple interviews.
Another relevant benefit was control over earnings. Uber's business model allowed drivers to decide how much they wanted to work and, consequently, how much they wanted to earn. During the early years, with the high demand for rides, drivers had the possibility of earning good income. AndIn parallel, Uber also offered additional incentives, such as discounts on fuel and maintenance to help reduce drivers' operating costs, as well as rewards programs such as the “6 Star Club”, which provided exclusive benefits to drivers with the best ratings.
And you, what do you think of this new proposal?
