HB 1201 Summary: Florida Transportation Accessibility Independence Act

• Fleet owners with three or more taxicabs must operate at least one-third of their fleet as accessible taxicabs by December 31, 2014

• All Florida airports and deepwater ports must provide accessible taxicabs with priority access to passengers by December 31, 2012

• Sales and leases of accessible vehicles are exempt from Florida sales tax; accessible vehicles must comply with ADA standards and federal safety requirements

• Transportation providers receiving Medicaid payment must certify their vehicles comply with Americans with Disabilities Act accessibility requirements, federal safety standards, and accommodate service animals

• Effective date is July 1, 2012