Us Tech Firms Like Uber, Lyft, And Doordash Could Pay Gig Workers Up To 15% Of Their Compensation In Stock Under New Proposal

Pablo Cuadra/Getty Images US tech firms including Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash could offer independent contractors up to 15% of their compensation in stock under a new regulatory proposal.The proposal addresses heated debate in favor of allowing the fast-growing gig economy to enjoy more traditional benefits like job security.The SEC's proposal will be open for 60 days of public comment.It is unclear if President-elect Joe Biden's new SEC pick will finalize the pilot program.Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.US app-based technology firms like Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash could offer equity compensation to their gig workers under a new SEC proposal announced Tuesday.The regulator proposed a pilot program for tech platforms that employ food-delivery workers or drivers to get paid up to 15% of their compensation in stock rather than cash.