§ 9-230. Vanpool operator or passenger

   (a) Definitions. --

   (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.

   (2) "Ridesharing" has the meaning stated in § 11-150.1 of the Transportation Article.

   (3) "Vanpool operation" has the meaning stated in § 11-175.1(a) of the Transportation Article.

(b) Scope of section. -- This section applies only with respect to a vanpool operation in which the vehicle:

   (1) is leased, operated, or owned by an employer for ridesharing;

   (2) operates between the residence and place of employment of the passengers; and

   (3) is insured in accordance with § 13-422 of the Transportation Article.

(c) Operator. -- An individual is a covered employee while operating a vehicle in a vanpool operation as part of the duties of the individual for the employer.

(d) Passenger. -- A passenger in a vanpool operation is not a covered employee.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 101, § 21; 1991, ch. 8, § 2.