This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 142A.29, to include independent contractors and payors in the centralized work reporting system for child support purposes. Key definitions are updated to include "independent contractor," defined as individuals or entities providing services for compensation of $600 or more per year. The bill mandates that employers and payors report the hiring of independent contractors in the same manner as employees, ensuring that the state's child support enforcement efforts are comprehensive and inclusive of all forms of labor compensation.

Additionally, the bill outlines the responsibilities of employers and payors to report hiring within 20 calendar days and specifies the means of reporting, which can include electronic submissions and other authorized methods. It establishes penalties for noncompliance, including civil penalties for intentionally unreported hires. The effective date for these changes is set for January 1, 2026, allowing time for implementation and adjustment to the new reporting requirements.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 142A.29