HF4746 Summary

• Creates comprehensive regulation of transportation network companies (TNCs) in Minnesota, establishing minimum driver compensation of $1.28 per mile and $0.31 per minute, with annual adjustments based on consumer price index, effective January 1, 2025

• Requires TNCs to maintain specified automobile insurance coverage during three driver periods (P1-logged in, P2-heading to pickup, P3-transporting rider), with $1.5 million liability coverage during active rides and $1 million personal injury coverage provided by TNC at no cost to driver

• Establishes driver deactivation protections requiring written plain-language policies, 30-day appeal periods, mandatory use of independent driver advocacy organizations for assistance, and compensation for unintentional technical deactivations capped at 21 days of lost earnings

• Mandates TNCs provide written notice of compensation terms, detailed trip receipts within 24 hours, weekly summaries, and estimated trip information before accepting rides; prohibits discrimination and retaliation against drivers exercising legal rights

• Appropriates $173,000 in fiscal year 2025 and $123,000 annually thereafter to commissioner of labor and industry for enforcement, education, and outreach; preempts local regulations on TNCs effective immediately after enactment