MONTGOMERY, Ala. ( WSFA ) - A major ridesharing service that saw its name co-opted as part of U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville’s new legislation to push English-only communications in the industry is speaking out.

Tuberville, R-AL, rolled out the Understanding Basic English Requirements ACT, or UBER Act for short, on Thursday. His office said the bill is aimed at strengthening the safety of rideshare users.

A spokesperson for Uber reacted to the bill on Friday, telling WSFA 12 News “every person who drives on Uber must hold a valid driver’s license, provide their Social Security number, and pass comprehensive motor vehicle record and criminal background checks before they can accept trips on the platform.”

The spokesperson added that “safety is a core priority at Uber, reflected in the fact

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