Establishes provisions protecting transportation network companies from vicarious liability

HB 1648 protects transportation network companies (TNCs) like Uber or Lyft from being held legally responsible for accidents involving their drivers when the driver is logged into the app. It shields TNCs from "vicarious liability" if the company wasn’t negligent and met all legal requirements for drivers under Missouri law. The bill specifically applies to harm caused while drivers are using the TNC’s digital network for rides, excluding cases involving driver negligence or criminal acts. This changes how liability is assigned in transportation-related incidents, directly affecting TNCs’ legal exposure. The bill remains in early legislative stages with no committee action yet.