Concerning regulation of transportation network companies during large-scale events.
HB 1951 caps fares for transportation network companies (like Uber or Lyft) during large-scale events, limiting charges to 120% of the driver's pay for prearranged rides. It directly affects passengers using these services at events defined as gatherings of 1,000+ people indoors or 10,000+ people outdoors with defined entrances/exits (excluding school or religious events). The bill requires companies to provide fare estimates before rides and prohibits excessive pricing during events, with "driver's pay" defined as base compensation excluding tolls or tips. This policy aims to prevent price gouging during high-demand gatherings while maintaining existing state preemption over local regulations for transportation network companies.
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1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 12, 2026
Last action Jan 12, 2026
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Jan 12, 2026
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By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
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1 primary · 18 co-sponsors
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Brianna Thomas
DDemocratic
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Adam Bernbaum
DDemocratic
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Alex Ramel
DDemocratic
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Chipalo Street
DDemocratic
Co
Dan Bronoske
DDemocratic
Co
Debra Entenman
DDemocratic
Co
Edwin Obras
DDemocratic
Co
Gerry Pollet
DDemocratic
Co
Jamila Taylor
DDemocratic
Co
Julia Reed
DDemocratic
Co
Julio Cortes
DDemocratic
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