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CA SB1376

Bill

Status

Passed

9/22/2018

Primary Sponsor

Jerry Hill

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Origin

Senate

2017-2018 Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes the TNC Access for All program requiring the Public Utilities Commission to regulate transportation network company accessibility for persons with disabilities, particularly wheelchair-accessible vehicle (WAV) services.

  • Requires each TNC to pay a minimum quarterly fee of $0.05 per trip originating in designated geographic areas beginning July 1, 2019, with fees deposited into the TNC Access for All Fund for competitive distribution to access providers.

  • Allows TNCs to offset fees by demonstrating WAV service improvements, including response times, driver availability, and community outreach in their service areas.

  • Exempts TNCs from fees in geographic areas where they meet commission-designated WAV service levels, including 80 percent response time standards for WAV trip requests.

  • Requires the commission to report to the Legislature by January 1, 2024 on program compliance and effectiveness, with all provisions repealing January 1, 2026.

Legislative Description

Transportation network companies: accessibility for persons with disabilities.

Last Action

Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 701, Statutes of 2018.

9/22/2018

Committee Referrals

Rules8/29/2018
Appropriations6/26/2018
Transportation6/20/2018
Communications and Conveyance6/7/2018
Appropriations4/25/2018
Transportation and Housing4/18/2018
Energy, Utilities and Communications4/4/2018
Rules2/16/2018

Full Bill Text

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