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CA AB660
Bill
Status
1/27/2022
Primary Sponsor
Jim Cooper
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AI Summary
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Expands the pull-notice system requirement to include drivers of delivery network companies, transportation network companies, charter-party carriers, and vehicles operated for compensation in delivery fulfillment, in addition to existing vehicle categories like taxicabs and transit buses.
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Requires employers of these drivers to obtain an initial driving record report (current within 30 days) and enroll drivers in the pull-notice system to receive ongoing notifications of convictions, license suspensions, accidents, and other driving violations.
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Establishes that a prospective employee's consent for an initial report is sufficient for continued monitoring under the pull-notice system without requiring additional consent for subsequent notifications.
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Makes it a criminal offense (county jail up to 6 months and/or fine up to $1,000) for employers to employ or continue employing drivers after receiving notice of disqualifying actions against their driving privileges.
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Clarifies that motor carriers contracting with drivers and delivery network companies are subject to the same employer obligations, and specifies that the law does not change the definition of "employer," "employee," or "independent contractor" for other purposes.
Legislative Description
Department of Motor Vehicles: records: pull-notice system.
Last Action
In committee: Set, first hearing. Hearing canceled at the request of author.
6/14/2022