The bill proposes the addition of a new section, 24A-3-7, to the Code of West Virginia, which establishes a $1 surcharge on rides from services like Uber and Lyft, as well as deliveries from platforms such as Uber Eats and DoorDash. This charge will be applied per ride and per delivery, generating funds intended to support the maintenance of public roadways across the state.

The proceeds from this surcharge will be allocated to the West Virginia Department of Highways (WVDOH), which is mandated to distribute the funds equally to each county's annual budget. Importantly, the bill specifies that these funds are not to be used for supervisory and appointed levels of wages, ensuring that the revenue is directed solely towards roadway maintenance.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 24A-3-7