Bill > H2109

This bill amends the Massachusetts Paid Family Medical Leave Law by modifying two key definitions related to covered business entities and covered contract workers. Specifically, a "covered business entity" is now defined as a business or trade where 50% or more of its workforce consists of contracted individuals who are not considered traditional employees under Massachusetts unemployment law (Chapter 151A). A "covered contract worker" is defined as a non-employee individual for whom an employer or covered business entity must pay contributions to the Family and Employment Security Trust Fund. These changes expand the scope of who is considered a covered worker under the paid family medical leave law, potentially increasing the number of workers eligible for benefits and requiring more businesses to contribute to the trust fund. The modifications aim to address the evolving nature of work arrangements, particularly the growing gig economy and use of contract workers, by ensuring a broader range of working individuals can access paid family and medical leave benefits.

Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2109