https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/uber-enacts-stricter-background-checks-for-driversContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/uber-enacts-stricter-background-checks-for-drivershttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/uber-enacts-stricter-background-checks-for-drivers#u23901Sat, 04 Jul 2026 05:30:47 +0000Uber is implementing stricter background checks and updating screening rules for drivers and couriers in the United States. The company is expanding the list of criminal offenses that disqualify individuals from driving. These changes follow reports regarding the approval of drivers with violent felony convictions and mounting sexual assault cases.What's confirmed:Uber is implementing stricter background checks for drivers and couriers across the United States.The company has expanded the list of criminal offenses that permanently disqualify individuals from driving in the U.S.The policy chang