The Association of Platform Motorcyclists (Amopla) is demanding active participation in the discussion of the bill aimed at regulating mobility and delivery services via apps in Paraguay. The group states that the proposal was drafted without consulting the workers who will be directly impacted by the new legislation.
The union's president, Carlos Álvarez, stated in an interview with the broadcaster Unicanal that representatives of the motorcyclists were never invited to the working groups and asked Congress to suspend the analysis of the bill until they can present their observations. Álvarez argued that the initiative places obligations on drivers and passengers, while the platform companies would have little legal responsibility in the country.
The legislative proposal under analysis in Congress establishes a regulatory framework that includes official registries, identity verification, emergency buttons, and state controls to increase safety for users and service providers. However, Amopla argues that the regulations must include commitments from the companies in areas such as safety, labor protection, and service operation.
The leader clarified that the sector is not opposed to regulation but is seeking comprehensive legislation built with the participation of those who work daily on the platforms. The debate takes place amid other demands from the sector, which include a review of fares, better working conditions, and greater security in the face of an increase in crimes against drivers.