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B26-0728
Private Vehicle-for-Hire Operator Clarification Emergency Amendment Act of 2026
Last scannedAug 25, 2026, 4:28 AM
In one sentence
This bill updates a rule in Washington, D.C. to clearly define who counts as a private vehicle-for-hire operator.
What it does
- Amends the Department of For-Hire Vehicles Establishment Act of 1985 on an emergency basis.
- Updates Section 4(16C) to clarify the definition of a 'private vehicle-for-hire operator'.
- Defines this term as an individual who uses digital dispatch from a private company to drive passengers.
- Sets the rule's start date back to March 1, 2024.
- Limits how long the emergency law stays in effect to no more than 90 days after approval.
Who it affects
- Individuals who drive motor vehicles for passengers using digital dispatch systems from private companies.
- The District of Columbia Department of For-Hire Vehicles.
Limits and unknowns
- The law only stays in effect for up to 90 days unless extended or made permanent.
- The official effective date depends on whether the Mayor approves the bill or if the Council overrides a veto.
Plain language
Terms to know
- Private vehicle-for-hire operator
- An individual who uses the digital dispatch of a private company to operate a motor vehicle and transport passengers.
Official record
Sources
Official summary
Private Vehicle-for-Hire Operator Clarification Emergency Amendment Act of 2026
Official activity
Bill history
- Enacted