Date: Thu, Jun 24, 2021 at 10:03 AM
Subject: App-Based Services Helped CA Get Through the Pandemic
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Richard,
In an opinion piece
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detailing the benefits of app-based platforms during the pandemic, Jay
King, president and CEO of the *California Black Chamber of Commerce*,
wrote: *“App-based services and platforms were able to, quite literally,
keep people out of poverty, help mothers and fathers put food on their
tables, and keep others from losing their homes.” *
King, whose organization is a key member of the *Protect App-Based Drivers
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added, *“Prop 22 not only saved jobs, but it saved the app-based services
that were absolutely vital during the recession and that will continue to
be critical as our economy reopens and rebounds.”*
King was referencing a new report by the PADS coalition detailing the
economic benefits of app-based work and services for drivers, restaurants
and merchants. According to the new report, during the first year of the
pandemic, app-based work
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millions of Californians earn income, secure meals and groceries and was a
lifeline for restaurants and stores across the state.
- *$4.2 billion* went directly into California drivers’ pockets.
- *808,469* Californians started driving with rideshare and delivery
platforms for the first time.
- *$9.1 billion* in revenue was generated for California restaurants,
merchants and retailers.
The passage of Prop 22 ensured that app-based work will continue to play a
critical role for millions of Californians. *Help us share this important
story!*
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App-based rideshare and food delivery extended a lifeline to California
families and communities during the pandemic. In addition to providing
much-needed earning opportunities, app-based services generated billions
for drivers and restaurants. #ProtectAppWork https://bit.ly/3j4W3uj
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