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WI AB794
Bill
Status
12/23/2025
Primary Sponsor
Rick Gundrum
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AI Summary
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Health care workers who schedule shifts through electronic platforms are classified as independent contractors, not employees, for purposes of worker's compensation, minimum wage, and unemployment insurance when 15 specific conditions are met
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Platforms must allow workers to accept or reject shifts without penalties, minimum shift requirements, or mandatory availability during specific hours or days
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Platforms are prohibited from requiring noncompete agreements, charging fees when workers accept permanent employment from facilities, or restricting workers from using other platforms
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Platforms must maintain occupational accident insurance, general liability insurance, and professional liability insurance for workers
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Workers remain responsible for remitting their own federal, state, and local taxes on earnings from platform-scheduled shifts
Legislative Description
Independent contractor healthcare workers and healthcare worker platforms.
Last Action
Referred to committee on Rules
2/4/2026