SB 184 Summary

• Amends the Limousine Transportation Act to regulate transportation network company (TNC) vehicles and drivers alongside traditional limousines, establishing a unified certification and insurance framework.

• Requires TNCs and their drivers to obtain certificates of authority from the state transportation department and maintain liability insurance ($1,000,000 minimum for vehicles with 1-9 passengers, $2,000,000 for 10-15 passengers).

• Classifies vehicles as Class A limousines (9-15 passengers) or Class B limousines/TNC vehicles (fewer than 9 passengers), with Class B vehicles in cities with 500,000+ population subject to municipal vehicle-for-hire ordinances.

• Establishes application fees ($300 filing fee plus $50 per vehicle), annual renewal fees ($50 per vehicle), and annual safety inspection requirements performed by certified mechanics at designated inspection stations.

• Allows local authorities to adopt rules for TNCs more restrictive than state law and permits them to impose reasonable registration/licensing fees to recover administrative costs; prohibits operation without proper certification with penalties up to $500 fine.