UBER Act

This legislation establishes new requirements for drivers working under federal contracts with transportation network companies and shared-use mobility companies. It stipulates that executive agencies cannot award agreements for services in the continental United States or Hawaii unless each driver meets several key criteria, including being at least 21 years old, holding a currently valid driver's license, and demonstrating the ability to safely operate their vehicle. A central provision requires drivers to possess sufficient English proficiency to converse with the public and law enforcement, understand traffic signs, and respond to official inquiries. An important exception is made for drivers who are deaf or hearing impaired and use American Sign Language, exempting them from this specific English proficiency requirement. Companies seeking federal contracts must certify compliance with all these driver standards. Failure to comply with this certification will result in significant penalties, as any non-compliant company will be debarred from receiving Federal contracts for a period of five years.