A Georgia lawmaker, state Rep. Alan Powell (R-Hartwell), has filed legislation that would, if passed, make it extraordinarily difficult for Uber, Lyft, and other ridesharing services to operate in the Peach State.

The Virginia DMV has reportedly lifted the ban on ride sharing services such as Uber and Lyft—at least for now! The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) has issued a press release praising Gov. Terry McAuliffe for reversing the ban against these innovative companies:

This morning I used Lyft to get to work. My driver conveniently picked me up in a nice, clean, air-conditioned car all the way out in Falls Church, VA (30 minutes away from DC), and he drove me to the Capitol for just $25.

What's wrong with requesting a ride from Uber or Lyft? That's a question the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles needs to answer. On June 5, the VA DMV sent a cease and desist letter to both companies. These ride-sharing services provide a great and convenient alternative to taxi cabs. Whatever your reason for requesting an Uber or Lyft, it’s your right to engage in a voluntary service, isn't it?