This bill establishes new regulations regarding prearranged transportation services in Florida. It creates a new statute, section 316.2021, which prohibits the impersonation of transportation network company drivers, outlining specific actions that constitute impersonation and establishing criminal penalties for violations. A willful violation of this statute is classified as a misdemeanor of the second degree, while violations committed during the commission of a separate felony are classified as a felony of the third degree. Additionally, the bill amends section 341.061 to clarify that services purchased from transportation network companies are not considered privately owned or operated bus transit systems.
Furthermore, the bill revises the definition of "transportation service provider" in section 427.02, specifying that it does not include transportation network companies. It mandates that transportation service providers must provide their drivers with access to third-party training materials that meet established standards for training and professional development. The effective date for this act is set for July 1, 2025.