Lawmakers, municipalities in tug-of-war over ride-sharing control

Last updated at 8:53 p.m. on Tuesday, March 21
After public testimony and debate, the Anchorage Assembly passed an ordinance Tuesday night that would set up regulations for ride-sharing companies like Uber or Lyft. But the vote won’t mean much if the Alaska Legislature passes Senate Bill 14 this session.
It all boils down to whether the state or municipalities should have the authority to make the rules for drivers with the companies.
Sen. Mia Costello, sponsor of SB 14, calls Tuesday