This bill amends the Domestic Workers Bill of Rights Act by redefining the term "domestic worker" to exclude full-time students and au pairs. Specifically, it introduces a definition for "au pair" as a young adult from overseas who provides childcare in exchange for a stipend, room, and board while living with a family on a legal visa. The bill clarifies that full-time students in various educational institutions are not considered domestic workers under the law.
Additionally, the bill removes the provision that held individuals and employers with overlapping employment relationships liable for violations of the Domestic Workers Bill of Rights Act under joint and several liability. This change aims to simplify the legal framework surrounding domestic workers and their employers, thereby reducing potential legal complications related to liability. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2024.