Prop 6: Bad for California

Uber’s mission is to ignite opportunity through the movement of people and goods. In California this means work opportunities for more than 100,000 Uber partners who navigate California roads on a weekly basis, and a trusted way to get from A to B anytime and (almost) anywhere for millions of Californians. Uber today is the largest provider of ridesharing services in the state, and our growth is advancing many of our shared goals for the future of transportation — reducing the need for personal car ownership, expanding the use of electric vehicles, and reducing congestion with products like POOL, JUMP bikes, and scooters.

While there’s a lot we can do on our own, Uber relies on a robust public transportation network to serve as a backbone we can complement, augment, and partner with. Research has repeatedly shown that the average Uber rider relies more on transit than the typical commuter, so we know our riders depend on continued investment in public transportation. But it goes beyond just public transit — a safe, reliable road network is essential for providing the service we offer to millions of people across the state, both in cars and increasingly on bikes and scooters.

Simply put, Prop 6 puts all of this in jeopardy. It threatens to derail the investments in public transit that are critical for the quality of life for the next generation. Uber supported SB 1 last year, the policy threatened by Prop 6. Once fully phased in, SB1 will generate an additional $5.2 billion annually to repair and maintain existing transportation infrastructure; $2.4 billion dedicated for the state’s highway system and local roads; and provide an ongoing $700 million for transit and active transportation improvements.

We urge our riders, drivers, and anyone concerned with the future of transportation in California to vote ‘No’ on prop 6.