ID H0201

Establishes the Transportation Network Company Services Act to regulate TNCs operating in Idaho, clarifying that TNCs are not common carriers, taxicabs, or for-hire vehicle services and exempting TNC drivers from commercial vehicle registration and commercial driver's license requirements.

Requires TNCs to maintain an in-state agent for service of process, disclose fare calculation methods, display driver pictures and vehicle license plates to passengers before rides, and implement zero-tolerance policies for driver drug and alcohol use with immediate suspension pending investigation.

Mandates TNCs conduct local and national criminal background checks and review driving history for all prospective drivers, prohibiting those with more than 3 moving violations in 3 years, certain felony convictions within 7 years, or sex offender registry matches.

Requires all payments be made electronically through the TNC platform only (no cash payments), restricts drivers to accepting rides solely through the TNC's digital network or app (no street hails), and mandates compliance with nondiscrimination laws and accessibility requirements including wheelchair-accessible vehicle options.

Preempts local regulation by prohibiting municipalities from imposing taxes, licenses, or operational requirements on TNCs, TNC drivers, or their vehicles related to providing TNC services; requires TNCs to maintain trip records for 1 year and driver records for 1 year after driver deactivation.