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NJ S2768
NJ S2768Requires transportation network companies to share information concerning sexual misconduct investigation of driver; authorizes transportation network company to ban drivers from accessing digital network during and following investigation.
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Introduced
02/15/2024
02/15/2024
In Committee
02/15/2024
02/15/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires applicants to be transportation network company (TNC) drivers to provide information during the application process about other TNCs that the applicant has worked for and a statement on whether the applicant has been the subject of a sexual misconduct investigation in connection with the applicant's work as a TNC driver. The bill authorizes a TNC to ban drivers from accessing a TNC's digital network if the driver is the subject of an ongoing investigation into sexual misconduct allegations arising out of the driver's work as a TNC driver or if an investigation has been completed and has resulted in a finding that the driver engaged in sexual misconduct connected to the driver's role as a TNC driver. If the investigation results in inconclusive findings or in a finding that the allegations were false or the allegations are not substantiated, the TNC is authorized to consider the totality of the circumstances and to elect to prohibit the driver from utilizing the TNC's digital network, notwithstanding the results of the investigation. A TNC that receives an allegation of sexual misconduct committed by a driver is required to notify each registered TNC in the State of the allegation, the status of any investigation, and the ultimate results or findings of the investigation. If the TNC becomes aware of a criminal investigation regarding the allegations, the TNC is required to notify each registered TNC of that information. The bill prohibits the Attorney General from approving a criminal background check conducted by a TNC, or a third party designated by the TNC, unless the check includes a mechanism by which the TNC receives timely notice when any individual who the company allows to log on to the TNC's digital network as a TNC driver or to provide a prearranged ride as a TNC driver is arrested for or convicted of a crime or offense in this State after the initial criminal background check of the individual has been conducted.
AI Summary
This bill requires transportation network companies (TNCs), which are companies like Uber or Lyft that use digital networks to connect riders with drivers, to gather more information from potential drivers and share relevant details about drivers with each other. When applying to be a driver, individuals must now list any other TNCs they've worked for and state if they've ever been investigated for sexual misconduct while working as a TNC driver, unless the investigation found the allegations false or unsubstantiated. TNCs must also contact previous TNCs to inquire about any sexual misconduct investigations or disciplinary actions taken against the applicant, and they can ban drivers from their digital network (the app they use to connect with riders) if an investigation into sexual misconduct is ongoing, has resulted in a finding of misconduct, or even if the findings are inconclusive or unsubstantiated, allowing the TNC to consider the overall circumstances. If a TNC receives a sexual misconduct allegation against a driver, it must inform all other registered TNCs in the state about the allegation, the investigation's status, and its findings, and also notify them if a criminal investigation begins. Furthermore, the bill mandates that TNCs receive timely notice if any of their drivers are arrested or convicted of a crime in the state after their initial background check, ensuring ongoing safety monitoring.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Transportation Committee (on 02/15/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S2768 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S3000/2768_I1.HTM |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S3000/2768_I1.HTM |
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