- This page, Technical Session on TNC Rulemaking (DPU 26-90), is offered by
- Department of Public Utilities
- Transportation Network Company Division
Technical Session on TNC Rulemaking (DPU 26-90)
Overview
The Department is conducting two in-person technical sessions to discuss matters related to its Rulemaking to amend certain Transportation Network Companies (TNC) regulations. The first technical session will focus on continued stakeholder discussion on TNC electrification requirements, and the second technical session will focus on rideshare driver onboarding and suitability. For a detailed agenda of the topics that will be discussed, please see below.
The public is welcome to observe the proceedings and interested stakeholders are welcome to participate. The first session will take place on Friday, October 23, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at 1 South Station, 3rd Floor Hearing Room, Boston, MA 02110. Spanish and Mandarin interpretation will be provided.
A second technical session will be scheduled on Tuesday, December 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. also at 1 South Station, 3rd Floor Hearing Room, Boston, MA 02110. For interpretation requests, please email Zachary.caunter@mass.gov and dpu.ej@mass.gov.
For any questions regarding the matter, please contact zachary.caunter@mass.gov.
Agenda
- Opening Remarks
- Transportation Electrification Discussion
- Presentation by Stakeholders
- Discussion of Electrification Targets
- TNC Biennial Plans and Annual Reports
- Discuss Added TNC Fees (TNC Permit Application Fee/Background Check Fee)
- Discuss Agenda for Next Technical Conference
- Closing Remarks and Next Steps