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ID H0262

Bill

Status

Passed

3/31/2015

Primary Sponsor

Transportation and Defense Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates Chapter 37 of Title 49, Idaho Code, establishing the "Transportation Network Company Services Act" to regulate TNC services and promote safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness within Idaho.

  • Defines TNCs as entities using digital networks to connect passengers with drivers, clarifying they are not common carriers, taxicabs, or for-hire vehicle services and do not require commercial vehicle registration or commercial driver's licenses.

  • Requires TNCs to maintain an Idaho agent for service of process, implement zero-tolerance drug and alcohol policies with immediate driver suspension upon complaint, and maintain trip records for 2 years and driver records for 1 year after deactivation.

  • Establishes driver eligibility requirements including criminal background checks, driving history reviews, minimum age of 19 years, and disqualifications for convictions within 7 years of DUI, fraud, sexual offenses, violence, or more than 3 moving violations in 3 years.

  • Prohibits cash payments (electronic payment only), street hails, and discrimination; requires fare transparency, disclosure of driver photos and vehicle license plates before pickup, and wheelchair-accessible service provisions or referrals.

  • Preempts all local taxes, licenses, and operational requirements for TNCs, ensuring exclusive state regulation.

Legislative Description

Adds to existing law to provide for regulation of transportation network companies and drivers.

TRANSPORTATION NETWORK COMPANIES

Last Action

April 6, 2015 Session Law Chapter 267 Effective: 04/06/2015

3/31/2015

Committee Referrals

Transportation3/18/2015

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