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This bill expands legal protections for transit operators to include transportation network company (TNC) drivers, such as those working for ride-sharing services like Uber or Lyft. Currently, assaulting a transit operator while they are performing their job duties is a gross misdemeanor, punishable by up to 364 days in jail, a fine of up to $3,000, or both. The bill adds TNC drivers to the list of protected transit operators, meaning that people who assault these drivers while they are working can now be charged with the same level of offense. A transportation network company is defined in Minnesota statutes as a service that connects passengers with drivers using a digital network (like a mobile app). The new provision will become effective on August 1, 2025, and will apply to crimes committed on or after that date. By extending these protections, the bill aims to enhance safety for transportation workers who provide critical mobility services to the public.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF2924&ssn=0&y=2025