HB 699 Summary

• Establishes statewide regulation of transportation network companies through a permitting system administered by the Department of Transportation with an annual permit fee up to $25,000.

• Requires transportation network companies to display fare information before ride confirmation, including the fare amount, estimated fare option, or basis for fare calculation.

• Mandates annual national and local criminal background checks for all drivers and establishes minimum driver requirements including valid driver's license, proof of registration and insurance, age 19 or older, and prohibits drivers with certain criminal convictions or traffic violations.

• Requires transportation network company drivers to be classified as independent contractors if the company does not prescribe working hours, restrict use of competing services, or restrict other employment, and both parties agree in writing.

• Establishes non-discrimination policies prohibiting denial of service based on destination, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity, and requires accommodation of service animals without additional charges.

• Applies regulations uniformly statewide and supersedes local ordinances governing transportation network companies.