Contractors: workers’ compensation insurance.
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Overview
This bill modifies California’s rules regarding workers’ compensation insurance for contractors. It removes exemptions previously in place for contractors with no employees, but now requires those claiming an exemption to undergo verification by the Contractors State License Board. The bill also increases potential civil penalties for contractors who fail to maintain workers’ compensation coverage and establishes a reporting process for the board to demonstrate compliance. Finally, it incorporates changes from Senate Bill 779 to further refine the enforcement of workers’ compensation requirements.
Key provisions
- Removes exemptions for contractors with no employees from workers’ compensation insurance requirements.
- Requires contractors claiming an exemption to undergo verification by the Contractors State License Board.
- Increases civil penalties for contractors found to have employed workers without maintaining workers’ compensation coverage.
- Mandates the Contractors State License Board to establish a verification process by January 1, 2027.
- Requires the board to report its verification process to the Legislature by January 1, 2027.
- Incorporates changes from Senate Bill 779 regarding civil penalties.
- Specifies that the verification process must include an audit, proof, or other means to verify eligibility.
- Sets minimum civil penalties for violations, with potential for increased penalties for subsequent offenses.
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