Bill > A06821

This bill amends the General Business Law by modifying the definition of "hiring party" to explicitly exclude payroll agencies that provide payroll services on behalf of another person or organization. The existing law defines a "hiring party" as any person who retains a freelance worker to provide a service, with specific exceptions for government entities such as the United States government, New York state, municipalities, and foreign governments. The proposed amendment adds a new provision that clarifies that a payroll agency providing payroll services will not be considered a "hiring party" for the purposes of this law. This change appears to provide a legal distinction for payroll agencies, potentially simplifying their legal responsibilities or regulatory treatment when working with freelance workers. The bill would take effect immediately upon enactment, and it seems designed to provide clarity and potentially reduce administrative burdens for payroll agencies operating in New York.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6821