MS SB2250

Excludes service performed in the delivery or distribution of newspapers or shopping news from the definition of "employment" under Mississippi's unemployment compensation law, regardless of the individual's age.

Adds exemption for "direct sellers" from unemployment compensation coverage if they: (1) sell consumer products on a buy-sell or commission basis outside permanent retail establishments; (2) are compensated primarily based on sales output rather than hours worked; and (3) have a written contract stating they won't be treated as employees for federal tax purposes.

Clarifies that newspaper delivery exemption does not apply to employees of political subdivisions, state and local governments, nonprofit organizations, Indian tribes, or other entities required by federal statute to provide unemployment coverage.

Amends Section 71-5-11 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 to incorporate these employment classification changes.

Effective upon passage.