A proposed law that is sailing through Congress with little media attention and seemingly no opposition may change ride-sharing as we know it — and, ultimately, not for the better. Sami’s Law, passed by voice vote in the House of Representatives last month, would mandate a number of safety requirements for ride-sharing companies such as Uber and Lyft and create a federal council to suggest future regulatory actions.

Inspired by the tragic murder of a college student, the motives behind the bill are pure. In March 2019, college student Samantha Josephson stepped into the car of an Uber impersonator in Columbia, South Carolina. Her body was found in the woods 65 miles away. No words can properly express the evil and senselessness of her death. In the wake of the tragedy, Samantha’s family has been advocating for enhanced safety measures on ride-sharing apps and has been joined in support by both Uber and Lyft.