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WV HB3185
Bill
Status
3/6/2025
Primary Sponsor
Evan Worrell
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AI Summary
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Establishes an "ABC" test for the Tax Commissioner to determine whether a worker is an independent contractor or employee for state income tax purposes
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Requires workers to meet three criteria to qualify as independent contractors: free from employer control, performing work outside the employer's usual business, and customarily engaged in an independent trade or business
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Creates a presumption that workers are independent contractors unless the hiring entity demonstrates all three factors indicating employee status
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Aims to prevent misclassification of workers as independent contractors to ensure the state collects appropriate employment taxes
Legislative Description
Taxpayer Protection Act
Taxation
Last Action
To House Finance
3/6/2025