Bill > H1039

This bill aims to encourage transportation network company (TNC) pre-arranged shared rides by amending existing laws in Massachusetts. The key provisions include: 1. Requiring TNCs to annually report the number of rides originating in each city/town and the amount collected from rider-assessments, which are set at 4.25% for shared rides and 6.25% for single-occupancy rides. 2. Defining "pooled ride" and "for-hire transportation trip" to clarify the types of rides covered. 3. Requiring TNCs to provide clear and conspicuous transportation fare estimates to riders, including price differences between shared and single-occupancy rides. 4. Allowing municipalities in the MBTA service area to impose a congestion assessment of up to $2.25 per ride during regular MBTA service hours, with the funds dedicated to public transportation, bicycle/pedestrian investments, and electric vehicle charging infrastructure. 5. Prohibiting other municipalities from imposing additional taxes or licenses on TNCs, except for regulating traffic flow and patterns for public safety. 6. Directing the state division to promulgate regulations for data sharing, reporting, and collection to support public safety, congestion management, and transportation planning.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1039