This bill amends existing employer reporting requirements under New Jersey law to include not only traditional employers and labor organizations but also any entities that employ or contract with individuals for financial compensation, specifically targeting ride-sharing and delivery service technology platforms. The revised law mandates that these entities report the hiring, re-hiring, or contracting of individuals within 20 days, with a more frequent reporting requirement of every 15 days for those who submit reports electronically. The information to be reported includes the individual's name, address, date of birth, Social Security number, and the employer's or entity's name, address, and federal tax identification number.

Additionally, the bill introduces penalties for non-compliance, starting with a written warning for the first violation and escalating to a civil penalty of up to $25 for subsequent violations. If the failure to report is due to a conspiracy between the employer and the employee, the penalty can increase to $500. The information collected will be shared with relevant state agencies involved in employment security and workers' compensation programs, ensuring a comprehensive approach to tracking employment and compensation in the evolving gig economy.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 2A:17-56.61