1366 JOINT RESOLUTIONS.

cab operation under permits issued by said Commission;
therefore be it

Resolved by the General Assembly of Maryland, That the
Public Service Commission of Maryland be and it is requested
to investigate any change in conditions since the last investi-
gation relating to the operation of taxicabs in Baltimore
City.

Upon such investigation that the Commission determine
whether—

(1) Too many or too few cabs are being operated to pro-
mote the public welfare, convenience and necessity;

(2) Service will not be made more advantageous to the pub-
lic by compelling taxicab operation from fixed stands and pro-
hibiting or limiting cruising by taxicabs;

(3) The rates charged are too low or too high for the serv-
ice rendered, and particularly whether a surcharge should not
be made when two or more passengers ride in the same cab
or when a taxicab is, pursuant to an order previously given,
required to travel a distance for the purpose of fulfilling such
order. In determining the question of rates it is urged that
general economic conditions, the payment of a fair living wage
to chauffeurs by owners of the taxicabs, the effect of the op-
eration of taxicabs on other types of transportation, and traf-
fic hazards be considered.

After such investigation, that the Commission is authorized
and empowered to take such steps as may in its judgment be
appropriate to remedy such abuses as it may find existing and
to promote the public welfare, convenience and necessity.

Approved May 18, 1937.

NO. 19.

JOINT RESOLUTION authorizing the Governor to appoint a
Commission to investigate the problem of losses sustained
through personal injuries and property damage caused by
motorists, particularly with a view to requiring compulsory
motor vehicle insurance in order to provide compensation in
case of such injuries and property damage.

WHEREAS, the number of motor vehicle accidents resulting
in injuries or death to persons as well as great property
damage has greatly increased in the past few years; and