S 1373
An Act providing a safe harbor for contractors of services
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Bill overview
This bill, S.1373, aims to establish a ‘safe harbor’ for contractors providing services in Massachusetts. It seeks to protect contractors from certain legal claims and liabilities, potentially streamlining the process for businesses utilizing independent contractors. The bill’s specific details regarding the scope of the safe harbor and covered liabilities are yet to be fully defined through hearings and further legislative action. This legislation is intended to address concerns related to the classification of workers and the legal protections afforded to contractors.
Key provisions
- Establishes a ‘safe harbor’ for contractors of services.
- Aims to protect contractors from specific legal claims and liabilities.
- The exact details of the safe harbor are subject to further definition.
- The bill is related to labor and workforce development issues.
- It addresses concerns about worker classification.
- It was referred to the Labor and Workforce Development committee.
Who is affected
- Contractors of services
- Businesses that utilize contractors
- Workers in Massachusetts
Notable changes
- The bill establishes a new legal framework for contractor protections.
- It builds upon previous attempts to address similar issues (S.1013, S.1049, S.1115, S.1253, S.1222).
- The specifics of the safe harbor will be determined through committee hearings and potential amendments.
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Primary sponsor
Bruce E. Tarr
Cosponsors
Bruce E. Tarr
Peter J. Durant
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Bill S.1373 194th (Current)
An Act providing a safe harbor for contractors of services
By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1373) of Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to provide a safe harbor for contractors of services. Labor and Workforce Development.
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Presenter: Bruce E. Tarr
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.1373
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Labor and Workforce Development |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 9/25/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/08/2025 from 10:00 AM-5:00 PM in B-1 |
| 10/8/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 10/08/2025 from 10:00 AM-12:15 PM in B-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 12/11/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2841 |
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S.1115 191st (2019 - 2020)
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S.1253 192nd (2021 - 2022)
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S.1222 193rd (2023 - 2024)
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