A spokesperson for Uber said that the company would be compelled to cease operations in Colorado under House Bill 25-1291, resulting in the loss of numerous flexible driver jobs and restricting transportation access. This statement was made in a provided communication.
Uber is urging Governor Jared Polis to veto HB25-1291, arguing that it was "developed behind closed doors and driven by the financial interests of billboard attorneys." The company warns that the bill would "force Uber to shut down operations," thereby "stripping thousands of drivers of the flexible earning opportunities they rely on." Uber contends that even after lawmakers limited the bill’s private-right-of-action to cases involving injury, death, or sexual assault, Colorado’s Public Utilities Commission and existing civil-tort system already offer sufficient remedies. The new provision, according to Uber, would merely invite "opportunistic lawsuits" and impose a "hidden tax" on riders and drivers, primarily benefiting trial lawyers.
According to a statement reported by Colorado Public Radio from Governor Polis’ office, there are still "significant legal and policy concerns with the legislation." The office has expressed concerns about privacy issues, conflicts with federal and existing state law, as well as challenges regarding the successful implementation of the bill and rideshare companies' compliance. The governor will review the final bill if it reaches his desk; however, significant legal and policy concerns remain at this point.
Uber Technologies Inc., a publicly traded transportation network company founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, operates in over 70 countries. It provides services such as ride-hailing, food delivery (Uber Eats), freight logistics, and micro-mobility options like scooters and bikes. Uber's business model relies on independent contractor drivers—a structure that has sparked global debates over labor classification and gig worker rights. As of 2025, Uber continues to influence urban mobility regulations while addressing privacy, safety, and employment law challenges. According to its official investor site, Uber's mission is "to ignite opportunity by setting the world in motion."