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MA H2627

Relative to municipal oversight


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

By Mr. Moran of Boston, a petition of Michael J. Moran that the Massachusetts Port Authority be authorized to tax and impose additional regulations on transportation network companies. Revenue.

AI Summary

This bill authorizes the Massachusetts Port Authority to tax and impose additional regulations on transportation network companies (TNCs), such as ride-sharing services. Specifically, the bill allows the Port Authority to: (i) impose a tax or require additional licenses for TNCs, TNC drivers, or vehicles used by TNC drivers for pre-arranged rides; (ii) require additional licenses for TNCs or TNC drivers; and (iii) subject TNCs to the municipality's or other local or state entity's rates, entry, or operational requirements. The bill also allows municipalities and other local or state entities to impose additional requirements on TNCs and TNC drivers operating within their boundaries.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4244 (on 02/22/2018)

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