Section 9-230 - Vanpool Operator or Passenger

(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.