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ONE HUNDRED NINTH LEGISLATURE
SECOND SESSION
LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION 414
Introduced by Conrad, 46.
PURPOSE: The purpose of this resolution is to propose an interim study to
examine portable benefits systems and related regulatory frameworks for
independent contractors and other workers engaged in nontraditional work
arrangements. Portable benefits systems have been proposed and implemented in
some jurisdictions as a mechanism to allow certain benefits, including health
coverage, retirement savings opportunities, or other forms of worker support,
to follow workers across multiple contracts, clients, or digital platforms.
Issues related to portable benefits may involve matters of state regulatory
authority, administrative oversight, taxation, workforce policy, and
coordination among state agencies.
The study shall include, but need not be limited to:
(1) A review of legislation enacted or proposed in other states regarding
portable benefits systems;
(2) An examination of regulatory frameworks used in other states to allow
companies, platforms, or other entities to contribute to benefits for
independent workers;
(3) An analysis of potential administrative, legal, and regulatory
considerations for implementing portable benefits systems in Nebraska;
(4) A review of potential state agency roles, reporting requirements, or
oversight structures that could be associated with such programs; and
(5) Consideration of whether Nebraska law presents any barriers to
voluntary portable benefits arrangements.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE ONE HUNDRED NINTH
LEGISLATURE OF NEBRASKA, SECOND SESSION:
1. That the Banking, Commerce and Insurance Committee of the Legislature
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shall be designated to conduct an interim study to carry out the purposes of
this resolution.
2. That the committee shall upon the conclusion of its study make a report
of its findings, together with its recommendations, to the Legislative Council
or Legislature.
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