New rules to stop companies from faking employee status

AN ACT relating to worker fairness in the construction industry.

Introduced· 2026-01-22

Who's it for

Who's it for: Workers

What it means for you

8/10Helps you

Good for everyday people ·

Plain‑English summary, cross‑checked against the official bill text.

This bill would stop construction companies from pretending their workers are independent contractors to avoid paying them fairly.

Our take

What we think, in plain words.

Right now, some construction companies tell their workers they are independent contractors. This means the workers don't get benefits like overtime pay or protections. This bill would make sure these workers are treated like employees and get the pay and rights they deserve. It also sets up ways to report problems and punishes companies that break the rules. This is important for making sure everyone in construction gets a fair shake.

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The facts

What the bill actually says, no spin.

This bill would stop subcontractors on big building projects from calling their workers independent contractors when they should be employees.
It sets clear rules for when someone is an employee versus an independent contractor.
There will be a way for workers to complain if they think they are misclassified.
Companies that break these rules could face fines and might not be allowed to work with the state for a while.
It also makes sure different government offices share information about these kinds of violations.