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What is NYC RCNY § 78-01?

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(a) To establish a formal procedure for the licensing and supervision of businesses that sell, lease, or make available for use, software programs which are E-Hail Applications that reside on smartphones or other electronic devices. (b) To establish technical requirements for the E-Hail Applications which must be met i

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§ 78-01 Scope of the Chapter.

RCNY § 78-01

(a)To establish a formal procedure for the licensing and supervision of businesses that sell, lease, or make available for use, software programs which are E-Hail Applications that reside on smartphones or other electronic devices.

(b)To establish technical requirements for the E-Hail Applications which must be met in order for E-Hail Application Providers to apply for and obtain a license.

(c)To establish services to be provided by E-Hail Application Providers for the benefit of individuals and businesses licensed by TLC and the public.

(d)To establish appropriate penalties for the violation of these rules.

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