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This bill introduces a new legal provision that prohibits the consideration of motor carrier safety improvements when determining a person's employment status in Iowa. Specifically, the deployment, implementation, or use of a motor carrier safety improvement by a motor carrier or its related entities cannot be used as a factor in deciding whether a worker is classified as an employee, independent contractor, or jointly employed employee under state law. The bill defines "motor carrier safety improvement" broadly as any device, equipment, software, technology, procedure, training, policy, program, or operational practice primarily designed to enhance compliance with traffic safety laws, including vehicle safety, driver safety, and highway user safety. This means that if a transportation company implements safety technologies or practices, these cannot be used against a worker in determining their employment classification. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and appears aimed at protecting workers' employment status when companies invest in safety measures.

Transportation (Senate)

https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=SF377