(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.