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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/30/2020
01/30/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to bona fide business entities. Community Development and Small Businesses.
AI Summary
This bill aims to encourage the growth of small businesses by defining the criteria for a "bona fide" business entity. The key provisions include: (1) establishing that a business entity providing services under a contract is not considered an employee for tax and labor purposes, (2) defining the criteria for a "bona fide" business entity, such as being registered with the Secretary of the Commonwealth, reporting income on tax forms, and complying with various employment-related laws and regulations. The bill provides clarity on the legal status of small businesses and independent contractors, which can help facilitate their growth and development.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (11)
Dan Cahill (D),
Tackey Chan (D),
Ann-Margaret Ferrante (D),
Carlos González (D),
Pat Haddad (D),
Mary Keefe (D),
John Lawn (D),
Paul McMurtry (D),
Maria Robinson (D),
Paul Tucker (D),
Aaron Vega (D),
Last Action
Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading (on 02/03/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3547 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3547.pdf |
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