HB 1226-FN is a bill that establishes comprehensive rights and responsibilities for freelance employees and hiring parties. It defines a "freelance worker" and requires contracts between hiring parties and freelance workers to be in writing and include specific information. The bill also prohibits retaliation against freelance workers and outlines procedures for resolving disputes. The bill will take effect on January 1, 2025. The Department of Labor does not anticipate a significant impact on revenues or expenditures, but civil penalties may be imposed on employers who violate the law.