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AK SB35
Bill
AI Summary
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Adds delivery network company couriers to the list of workers excluded from Alaska's workers' compensation coverage under AS 23.30.230(a), alongside existing exclusions for transportation network company drivers
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Classifies delivery network company couriers as independent contractors rather than employees for purposes of wage and hour laws, unemployment insurance, and workers' compensation
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Defines "delivery network company" as a business entity maintaining a digital network to facilitate delivery service offers, and "courier" as a person authorized to accept offers through such networks using vehicles weighing 6,000 pounds or less
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Establishes that delivery services include pickup and delivery of items within 50 miles using various transportation methods (walking, motor vehicle, bicycle, scooter, public transit), but excludes residential moving services
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Requires companies to meet specific conditions for couriers to qualify as independent contractors: no mandatory work hours, freedom to use competing platforms, no restrictions on other employment, and a written independent contractor agreement
Legislative Description
Delivery Network Companies
Motor Vehicles
Last Action
REFERRED TO LABOR & COMMERCE
4/23/2025