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Introduced
01/11/2017
01/11/2017
In Committee
04/13/2017
04/13/2017
Crossed Over
04/12/2017
04/12/2017
Passed
04/19/2017
04/19/2017
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/10/2017
05/10/2017
Introduced Session
2017 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Providing that a transportation network company (TNC) driver is not required to register certain vehicles as commercial motor vehicles or for-hire vehicles; requiring a TNC to designate and maintain an agent for service of process in this state; providing fare requirements; providing that TNC drivers are independent contractors if specified conditions are met; requiring a TNC to implement a zero-tolerance policy for drug or alcohol use, subject to certain requirements; requiring a TNC to conduct a certain background check for a TNC driver after a specified period; requiring TNC drivers to comply with the nondiscrimination policy and certain applicable laws regarding nondiscrimination and accommodation of service animals, etc.
AI Summary
This bill creates regulations for transportation network companies (TNCs) and TNC drivers in Florida. The key provisions are:
- Defines TNCs, TNC drivers, and TNC vehicles, and specifies that TNCs and TNC drivers are not common carriers or motor carriers.
- Requires TNCs to designate an agent for service of process in Florida.
- Mandates fare transparency and identification of TNC vehicles and drivers.
- Sets insurance requirements for TNCs and TNC drivers, including minimum coverage levels.
- Allows personal auto insurers to exclude coverage for TNC drivers while logged into a TNC's digital network or providing a prearranged ride.
- Establishes requirements for TNC driver background checks and prohibits certain individuals from becoming TNC drivers.
- Requires TNCs to implement a zero-tolerance policy for drug or alcohol use by TNC drivers.
- Prohibits certain conduct by TNC drivers, such as soliciting street hails.
- Mandates TNCs to adopt non-discrimination policies and comply with accessibility laws.
- Preempts local regulation of TNCs, TNC drivers, and TNC vehicles, with some exceptions.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Government Affairs, Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (16)
James Grant (R)*,
Christopher Sprowls (R)*,
Joseph Abruzzo (D),
Bryan Ávila (R),
Robert Cortes (R),
Dane Eagle (R),
Jason Fischer (R),
Shev Jones (D),
Mike La Rosa (R),
Ralph Massullo (R),
Bobby Payne (R),
Scott Plakon (R),
Rick Roth (R),
Jackeline Toledo (R),
Frank White (R),
Jayer Williamson (R),
Other Sponsors (1)
Government Accountability Committee (House)
Last Action
Chapter No. 2017-12 (on 05/10/2017)
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