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Broward County adopts stricter rules for taxis, limousines and for‑hire vehicles
Summary
After public testimony from taxi and limo operators, the county commission approved an overhaul of the county’s motor‑carrier code with amendments aimed at balancing public safety, tourism needs and industry concerns.
Broward County commissioners voted unanimously Tuesday to amend county rules governing taxis, limousines and other for‑hire vehicles, a package of changes county staff said will modernize inspections and enforcement and industry representatives said will help preserve local businesses.
The ordinance amends Article 2 of the county code, adds reciprocal inspection language for vehicles permitted in other Florida counties and creates specific inspection requirements for vehicles operating at Fort Lauderdale‑Hollywood International Airport and Port Everglades, county staff said. The county attorney’s office and the item sponsor also filed clarifying technical language before the vote.
Why it matters: Commissioners and airport and hospitality industry representatives…
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