Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to assist businesses in determining the proper classification of workers by requiring specific information to be provided to them. This aims to ensure compliance with employment laws and accurate worker classification.

Main Provisions

• The bill mandates that partnership entities must provide businesses with the necessary information needed to classify individuals working for them.
• Essential information includes details on unemployment insurance, workers' compensation insurance, and tax identification numbers.
• This requirement is intended to help businesses determine whether individuals should be classified as employees or independent contractors according to relevant state laws.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 181.725, by adding a new subdivision. This introduces a new requirement for partnership entities to assist businesses by furnishing specific information for worker classification, emphasizing transparency and proper classification practices.

Relevant Terms

• Worker classification
• Employment laws
• Unemployment insurance
• Workers' compensation insurance
• Tax identification numbers
• Partnership entity
• Independent contractor
• Employee