This bill establishes collective bargaining rights for drivers of transportation network companies (TNCs) in Minnesota by introducing new legal language to Minnesota Statutes as chapter 179B. It defines essential terms such as "active driver," "bargaining representative," and "unfair labor practices," while outlining the rights of drivers to organize and negotiate without TNC interference. The bill requires TNCs to provide driver data to the Bureau of Mediation Services and prohibits unfair labor practices, including bad faith negotiations and surveillance of drivers. Additionally, it empowers the Public Employment Relations Board to enforce these provisions and mandates annual notifications to drivers about their rights, along with penalties for non-compliance.

The legislation also amends existing labor laws related to unfair labor practices and driver representation, allowing for intervention in hearings and the appointment of a reporter for transcribing proceedings. It establishes a certification process for labor organizations representing drivers and requires TNCs to notify drivers about representation options. The bill mandates dues deductions for labor organizations within 30 days of receiving authorization from drivers and outlines a structured negotiation framework, including mediation and arbitration for dispute resolution. Furthermore, it ensures that the commissioner of labor and industry’s final decisions regarding negotiations are conclusive and do not undermine existing labor standards for drivers, while providing for judicial review of these final orders.