summary
Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to establishing portable benefit accounts for app-based drivers. Financial Services.
AI Summary
This bill establishes portable benefit accounts for app-based drivers in Massachusetts. It requires network companies (delivery and transportation network companies) to contribute 4% of eligible drivers' earnings to their portable benefit accounts, which can be used for purposes like income replacement, health insurance, and retirement savings. The bill also requires network companies to purchase occupational accident insurance to cover medical expenses and lost income for app-based drivers injured while working. Additionally, the bill clarifies that app-based drivers are independent contractors and not employees, and preempts municipalities from regulating network companies and app-based drivers.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5310 (on 10/06/2022)
Official Document
bill text
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1234 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1234.pdf |
Loading...