The Private Vehicle-for-Hire Operator Clarification Temporary Amendment Act of 2026 aims to amend the Department of For-Hire Vehicles Establishment Act of 1985 by clarifying the definition of a private vehicle-for-hire operator. The bill specifically defines a private vehicle-for-hire operator as an individual who uses the digital dispatch of a private vehicle-for-hire company to operate a motor vehicle for passenger transportation. This clarification is intended to provide a clearer understanding of the role and responsibilities of private vehicle-for-hire operators within the regulatory framework.

The act is set to apply starting March 1, 2024, and will take effect following approval by the Mayor and a 30-day congressional review period. Additionally, the act is temporary and will expire 225 days after it takes effect. The fiscal impact statement associated with the bill has been adopted from the Budget Director, ensuring that the financial implications of the amendment are accounted for in the legislative process.