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Lyft urges committee to keep TNC framework separate from motor‑carrier law; PUC and DOT detail split jurisdiction
Summary
Lyft told lawmakers motor‑carrier statutes were not written for app‑based platforms and urged retention of the existing TNC permitting framework; PUC said motor‑carrier law is under its jurisdiction while enforcement was described as a two‑part function involving DOT.
Francisco Avalos, senior public policy manager for Lyft, told the committee the company respectfully opposes HCR 120/HR 112 and argued transferring transportation network companies (TNCs) to motor‑carrier law is the wrong fit.
"Motor carrier law was designed for fixed‑route carriers that own their vehicle, employ their drivers, and file rates with the PUC," Avalos said. "Lyft is a technology platform connecting…
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