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MA H961

MA H961
Establishing portable benefit accounts for app-based-delivery drivers


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to establishing portable benefit accounts for app-based-delivery drivers. Financial Services.

AI Summary

This bill establishes portable benefit accounts for app-based-delivery drivers in Massachusetts. It requires delivery network companies to contribute 4% of an eligible driver's earnings to their portable benefit account, which can be used for income replacement, health insurance, and retirement savings. The bill also mandates that delivery network companies purchase occupational accident insurance and maintain automobile insurance coverage for app-based-delivery drivers. Additionally, the bill classifies app-based-delivery drivers as independent contractors, provided certain conditions are met, and preempts any local regulation of delivery network companies and app-based-delivery drivers.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5047 (on 09/16/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H961
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H961.pdf
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