Ridesharing solves a transportation service coordination problem by efficiently matching passengers and drivers at the point of demand; burdensome local regulations, however, have eroded efficiency gains and provided little – if any – benefit to public safety. Additionally, local regulations differ from place to place, hindering the development of a deeper, more competitive market. The Texas Legislature should prohibit any municipal ridesharing or taxi regulations except those related to public safety concerning drivers.
Lesser of Two Evils? Young People Deserve More Choices
What Eva Arriaga lacked was options. Her medical assistant certificate, paid for with $15,000 in burdensome student loans, wasn’t enough to support her and her family. Though the Houston-area economy was booming, with thousands of high-paying jobs out there, Eva simply lacked the qualifications for the kind of job that provides a real future. Then...