2019 House Bill 4877

Shift burden of proof for misclassifying employees

Introduced in the House

Aug. 29, 2019

Introduced by Rep. Jim Haadsma (D-62)

To establish that the burden of proof is on an employer who is accused of “misclassifying” an employee as an independent contractor. In effect, an employer would be considered guilty until proven innocent. The bill would also share with an accuser any damages or penalties collected by the state.

Referred to the Committee on Commerce and Tourism