An Act securing the application of Massachusetts law to employees of employers incorporated or operating in Massachusetts who provide their labor and services remotely
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to ensure that Massachusetts employment laws apply to employees who work remotely for companies based or operating in Massachusetts. It recognizes the increasing prevalence of remote work and seeks to maintain consistent legal protections for these workers. The bill’s emergency preamble highlights the need for immediate action to support the Commonwealth’s economic stability and public health during emergencies. It clarifies that Massachusetts law governs the labor and services provided by remote employees within the state.
Key provisions
- Applies Massachusetts wage and hour laws to remote employees.
- Covers employers incorporated or operating in Massachusetts.
- Addresses the growing trend of remote work arrangements.
- Aims to protect the rights of remote workers under Massachusetts law.
- Specifically targets labor and services provided remotely.
Who is affected
- Employees working remotely for Massachusetts-based employers
- Employers incorporated or operating in Massachusetts
- Massachusetts residents working remotely
- Labor and Workforce Development agencies
Notable changes
- Clarifies that Massachusetts law governs remote work arrangements.
- Extends existing labor protections to a growing segment of the workforce.
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