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This bill addresses several aspects of transportation services in Florida, focusing on transportation network companies (TNCs) like Uber and Lyft. First, it creates a new law making it illegal to impersonate a TNC driver, with criminal penalties ranging from a second-degree misdemeanor to a third-degree felony depending on the circumstances. The bill also clarifies that TNC services are not considered privately owned or operated bus transit systems, which helps distinguish these services from traditional transit operations. Additionally, the bill modifies the definition of "transportation service provider" to exclude TNCs and changes training requirements for paratransit service drivers, now mandating that providers give drivers access to third-party training materials that meet standards set by the Agency for Persons with Disabilities, instead of directly providing training. This change appears to give transportation service providers more flexibility in how they prepare and train their drivers. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving organizations time to adapt to these new requirements. Overall, the legislation aims to provide clearer regulations around transportation network companies, protect against fraudulent representation, and ensure appropriate training for transportation service drivers.

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https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/1696