HB 2108 Summary

• Prohibits individuals convicted of offenses requiring sex offender registration under Arizona Revised Statutes Section 13-3821 from working as employees or lessees for vehicle for hire companies.

• Requires vehicle for hire companies to conduct criminal background checks on all drivers before employment or leasing and maintain written evidence available for department inspection.

• Mandates all vehicles for hire meet state vehicle safety and emissions standards with annual brake and tire inspections; companies must maintain records for at least two years.

• Requires vehicle for hire companies to implement and post a zero-tolerance policy on driver drug and alcohol use during passenger transportation, with procedures for passengers to file complaints.

• Mandates immediate driver suspension upon complaint receipt, investigation during suspension period, and permanent prohibition from company vehicles if violation is confirmed; enforcement records must be maintained for two years.