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CA SB809

Employees and independent contractors: construction trucking.


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Introduced
02/21/2025
In Committee
06/05/2025
Crossed Over
05/29/2025
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An act to add Sections 2750.9, 2775.5, and 2802.2 to the Labor Code, relating to employment.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Construction Trucking Employer Amnesty Program, which allows eligible construction contractors to resolve past issues with misclassifying construction drivers as independent contractors. The program, to be administered by the Labor Commissioner and Employment Development Department, provides a pathway for contractors to reclassify drivers as employees with reduced penalties before January 1, 2029. Specifically, the bill clarifies that merely owning a vehicle does not automatically make someone an independent contractor, and it requires employers to reimburse commercial motor vehicle drivers for the use, upkeep, and depreciation of vehicles used in their work. The bill defines key terms like "construction contract" and "construction driver" and outlines a process by which contractors can apply to the amnesty program, including submitting a self-audit and potentially negotiating a settlement agreement. If accepted into the program, contractors must pay back wages and taxes, maintain reclassified positions as employee roles, and secure workers' compensation coverage. The legislation aims to provide clarity and relief for construction trucking businesses while ensuring fair treatment of workers by establishing clearer guidelines for employee classification and vehicle usage reimbursement.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Justice, Labor and Employment

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to Coms. on L. & E. and JUD. (on 06/05/2025)

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