New Jersey Business & Industry Association
Tell Governor Sherrill to Abandon Independent Contractor Rule Proposal
Governor Mikie Sherrill has until May 5, 2026 to decide whether to adopt or not take action on a controversial rule proposal left over from the Murphy administration that would make it much more difficult to be an independent contractor in New Jersey.

While the previous administration claimed the rule would codify NJDOL’s interpretation of the ABC test for independent contractor status, the proposal is actually a complete overhaul of the regulations that will drastically reduce the flexibility and economy of independent contractors and greatly add to the costs and efficiencies of New Jersey businesses.

Of the more than 9,500 comments submitted to NJDOL since the rule was proposed, 99% of them have been in opposition. Additionally, 24 New Jersey lawmakers have written to oppose the proposal, as well. 

Tell Governor Sherrill to preserve the freedoms of independent workers and not undermine flexible work opportunities in a misguided attempt to expand employment classifications.

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