Lyft Urges Gov. Baker to Sign Ride-Sharing Legislation into Law
Tuesday, August 02, 2016
“We are pleased that the Legislature came to an agreement on common sense legislation that sets high safety standards while keeping modern transportation options like Lyft available across the Bay State. This bill expands consumer choice and encourages innovation, and we urge Governor Charlie Baker to sign it into law when it reaches his desk. The people of the Commonwealth have made it clear they want ridesharing, and we appreciate the thoughtful process the Legislature followed to ensure that safe and affordable transportation options are available across Massachusetts,” said Lyft in a statement.
MA Approved Regulations
Massachusetts Approved Regulations for Ride-sharing back in January.
The regulations will allow Massachusetts more oversight on ride-sharing companies in the state. With the regulations, the Department of Public Utilities (DPU)will handle ride-sharing companies, and Uber and other companies will now have to obtain and maintain liability insurance. Drivers will also need to have background checks done and adhere to a number of other minimum qualifications.
"These regulations are an important step in establishing clear, uniform rules for ride-sharing across the entire Commonwealth, providing a framework for rider and driver safety, and offering consumer choice and opportunity. Governor Deval Patrick and his Administration, particularly MassDOT officials, have displayed tremendous leadership in this regulatory process. We are proud that they have formally recognized ride-sharing as a new and innovative transportation model in Massachusetts," said Uber in a statement.
The regulations will not be official until lawmakers pass legislation naming the DPU in charge of ride-sharing companies. Until then, these companies will be allowed to continue to run under a temporary notice from the DPU.
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