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This bill expands existing employer reporting requirements to include a broader range of entities that pay individuals for work, specifically adding technology platforms like ride-sharing and delivery services to the reporting mandate. Currently, employers and labor organizations must report new hires to the Department of Human Services within 20 days, but this bill extends the requirement to any entity that contracts with or employs individuals for financial compensation, including those paying workers via Form 1099. The reporting must include the worker's name, address, date of birth, and Social Security number, as well as the employer's or entity's name, address, and federal tax identification number. Entities that fail to report will first receive a written warning, and subsequent violations could result in civil penalties of up to $25 per violation, or $500 if there is evidence of a conspiracy to not report or to provide false information. The reported information can be shared with state employment security and workers' compensation programs, as well as other federal or state agencies deemed appropriate by the commissioner. The bill aims to improve tracking and documentation of workers across various employment types, including gig economy and contract work.

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https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S5006