Bill > H1166

This bill further regulates motor vehicle rentals and peer-to-peer car sharing in Massachusetts by establishing comprehensive legal frameworks for rental facilitators and car sharing programs. The legislation defines key terms like "rental facilitator" and "vehicle rental transaction", and mandates that rental facilitators collecting vehicle rental fees must also collect and remit applicable taxes. For airports, rental facilitators must now enter into agreements that outline standards, fees, and access requirements before listing or facilitating vehicle rentals. The bill also introduces detailed regulations for peer-to-peer car sharing programs, including insurance requirements, liability provisions, and operational guidelines. Specifically, these programs must ensure minimum insurance coverage during car sharing periods, verify driver licensing, maintain records, and take responsibility for equipment used in transactions. Additionally, the bill removes previous definitions related to personal vehicle sharing from existing insurance regulations and establishes that peer-to-peer car sharing programs have specific obligations regarding vehicle safety recalls and driver eligibility. The new regulations are set to take effect on July 1, 2026, providing time for businesses to adapt to the new legal requirements.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1166