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NJ S884

NJ S884
Classifies golf caddies as independent contractors for purposes of State employment laws.


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Introduced
01/27/2022
In Committee
01/27/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill provides that a person who performs caddie services for a fee or other compensation on a golf course is considered an independent contractor for purposes of State employment law. The bill exempts from coverage under various employment laws of the State any services performed by a golf caddie for a fee or other compensation on a golf course. The exempted golf caddie would not be subject to various taxes and would not be eligible for various benefits.

AI Summary

This bill classifies golf caddies as independent contractors for the purposes of state employment laws. Under this bill, the services performed by golf caddies for a fee or other compensation would not be considered employment, and thus would be exempt from coverage under various state laws, including unemployment compensation, disability benefits, income tax, workers' compensation, and wage and hour laws. This would mean that golf caddies would not be subject to certain taxes and would not be eligible for certain benefits that are typically provided to employees.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Labor Committee (on 01/27/2022)

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