Bill > S2785

This bill expands existing reporting requirements for employers and labor organizations to include any entity that pays individuals for work, such as ride-sharing or delivery platforms, and requires them to report information about these individuals to the Department of Human Services within 20 days of hiring or contracting. This new requirement specifically includes individuals who receive financial compensation, which encompasses earnings reported on a Form 1099, a tax document typically used for independent contractors. The bill also clarifies that the reporting applies to individuals who work in the state and to whom the entity pays or anticipates paying earnings or other financial compensation, and it mandates the reporting of the individual's name, address, date of birth, and Social Security number, along with the employer's or entity's name, address, and federal tax identification number. Penalties for non-compliance are outlined, with a written warning for the first offense and potential civil penalties for subsequent violations, especially if there's evidence of a conspiracy to avoid reporting.

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https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S2785