Bill > H2947

This bill aims to improve access to taxicabs for people with disabilities by defining what constitutes an "accessible taxicab," which includes vehicles equipped with lifts or ramps for individuals using wheelchairs or scooters, compliance with federal regulations like the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and specific Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) sections for vehicle safety and accessibility, and the inclusion of assistive listening systems for those with hearing impairments. The bill also allows for pilot programs to test new technologies and outlines specific requirements for modifications to rear bumpers and door lock mechanisms to ensure safety and accessibility for wheelchair users. Furthermore, it mandates that any individual holding a hackney license, which is a license to operate a taxi, must possess at least one accessible taxicab. Finally, the secretary of transportation is tasked with creating necessary rules and regulations to implement these provisions, including standards for assistive listening technology and signage for visually impaired passengers.