SB143 Alabama 2018 Session

Relating to transportation network companies; to require transportation network companies to obtain a permit from the Public Service Commission, maintain an agent for service of process, implement a nondiscrimination policy, implement a zero tolerance intoxicating substance policy, and maintain certain records; to require drivers and vehicles that provide rides through transportation network companies to meet certain safety and consumer protection requirements; to require transportation network companies to collect a local assessment fee for each trip fare and remit it to the Public Service Commission and require the commission to distribute a portion of the fee to the municipality or county where a ride originates; to prohibit municipalities and certain authorities from imposing taxes or business licenses on transportation network companies or transportation network company drivers or vehicles; and in connection therewith would have as its purpose or effect the requirement of a new or increased expenditure of local funds within the meaning of Amendment 621 of the Constitution of Alabama of 1901, now appearing as Section 111.05 of the Official Recompilation of the Constitution of Alabama of 1901, as amended.