§ 9–230

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Lab. & Empl. § 9-230 (2026)

Title 9. Workers' Compensation

Subtitle 2. Covered Employees and Employers

(a)

(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)

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)

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)

A passenger in a vanpool operation is not a covered employee.