The bill amends section 48-604 of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska to redefine "employment" under the Employment Security Law, specifically excluding services performed by marketplace network contractors for marketplace network platforms. This change aims to clarify the legal status of gig economy workers, ensuring their services are not classified as traditional employment. The bill introduces a new category of service (designated as (w)) that outlines the conditions under which a marketplace network contractor is considered an independent contractor rather than an employee, including the necessity of a written agreement, the absence of prescribed working hours, the contractor's ability to pursue outside employment, and limitations on the platform's termination rights.

Furthermore, the bill provides clear definitions for "marketplace network contractor" and "marketplace network platform," emphasizing that services must be delivered through a digital network rather than at a physical location. It also specifies that these provisions do not apply to services for certain employers or when specific tax obligations arise. The original section 48-604 will be repealed, reflecting a comprehensive update to the legal framework governing employment classifications in Nebraska, in response to the evolving nature of work in the gig economy.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 48-604
Final Reading: 48-604
Slip Law: 48-604