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Committee to refine tour-operator rules after small-operator concerns
Summary
Aldermen and tour operators discussed a licensing and insurance ordinance for commercial walking tours in historic Annapolis; committee asked the sponsor to draft scaled insurance or exemptions for sole proprietors and recommended amendments be prepared before the bill advances.
The Economic Matters Committee on July 16 debated an ordinance to license and regulate commercial walking tour operators in historic Annapolis and asked the sponsor to return with specific amendments to reduce burdens on very small operators.
What the ordinance would do: The proposed ordinance would require commercial tour operators to register as businesses, maintain liability insurance and operate under a consistent business name. The measure's sponsor said the aim is to level the playing field and protect historic resources while allowing legitimate tourism businesses to operate.
Small-operator concerns: Several independent guides testified…
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