Section 49-3701 – SHORT TITLE.
49-3701. SHORT TITLE. This chapter shall be cited as the "Transportation Network Company Services Act." History: [49-3701, added 2015, ch. 267, sec. 1, p. 1075.]
Section 49-3702 – LEGISLATIVE PURPOSE AND INTENT.
49-3702. LEGISLATIVE PURPOSE AND INTENT. It is the intent of the Idaho legislature to regulate the use of transportation network company (TNC) services within the state of Idaho and to promote the safety, reliability and cost-effectiveness of transportation network company (TNC) services, as well as preserve and enhance access to these important transportation options for […]
Section 49-3703 – DEFINITIONS.
49-3703. DEFINITIONS. As used in this chapter, the following terms have the meanings as stated: (1) "Transportation network company" or "TNC" shall mean an entity operating in Idaho that meets the requirements of this chapter and uses a digital network or software application service to connect passengers to transportation network company services provided by transportation […]
Section 49-3704 – NOT OTHER CARRIERS.
49-3704. NOT OTHER CARRIERS. TNCs or TNC drivers are not common carriers as defined in section 61-113, Idaho Code; they are not motor carriers, nor do they provide taxicab or for-hire vehicle service. In addition, a TNC driver shall not be required to register the vehicle such driver uses for TNC services as a commercial […]
Section 49-3705 – AGENT.
49-3705. AGENT. The TNC must maintain an agent for service of process in the state of Idaho. History: [49-3705, added 2015, ch. 267, sec. 1, p. 1076.]
Section 49-3706 – FARE CHARGED FOR SERVICES.
49-3706. FARE CHARGED FOR SERVICES. A TNC may charge a fare for the services provided to passengers; provided that, if a fare is charged, the TNC shall disclose to passengers the fare calculation method on its website or within the software application service. The TNC shall also provide passengers with the applicable rates being charged […]
Section 49-3707 – IDENTIFICATION OF TNC VEHICLES AND DRIVERS.
49-3707. IDENTIFICATION OF TNC VEHICLES AND DRIVERS. The TNC’s software application or website shall display a picture of the TNC driver, and the license plate number of the motor vehicle utilized for providing the TNC service before the passenger enters the TNC driver’s vehicle. History: [49-3707, added 2015, ch. 267, sec. 1, p. 1076.]
Section 49-3708 – TNC AND TNC DRIVER INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS.
49-3708. TNC AND TNC DRIVER INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS. TNCs and TNC drivers shall comply with all applicable requirements for insurance imposed by Idaho statutes pertaining to automobile liability insurance in this title and title 41, Idaho Code. History: [49-3708, added 2015, ch. 267, sec. 1, p. 1076.]
Section 49-3709 – ZERO TOLERANCE FOR DRUG OR ALCOHOL USE.
49-3709. ZERO TOLERANCE FOR DRUG OR ALCOHOL USE. (1) The TNC shall implement a zero tolerance policy on the illegal use of drugs or the use of alcohol while a TNC driver is providing TNC services or is logged into the TNC’s digital network but is not providing TNC services, and shall provide notice of […]
Section 49-3710 – TNC DRIVER REQUIREMENTS.
49-3710. TNC DRIVER REQUIREMENTS. (1) Prior to permitting an individual to act as a TNC driver on its digital platform, the TNC shall: (a) Require the individual to submit an application to the TNC, which includes information regarding his or her address, age, driver’s license, driving history, motor vehicle registration, automobile liability insurance, and other […]