Under House Bill 2355, domestic workers will receive additional protections, including protections related to wages and contracts. Domestic workers are classified as individuals who provide services in at least one private residence in any of the following capacities:
- Childcare provider
- Nanny
- Personal care provider
- Housekeeper
- Cleaner
- Cook
- Household manager
- Gardener
- Home care worker
Domestic workers must be paid at a rate that exceeds or meets the minimum hourly wage, along with overtime at 1.5 times the regular rate of pay for hours worked in excess of 40 in a workweek.
Withholdings and diversions are allowed as long as they are documented in writing and for purposes of federal or state law. If a worker provides additional care in excess of any written agreement, the payment regulations outlined don’t apply.
Written agreements are also required between domestic workers and hiring entities. The agreement should specify the terms (work schedule, deductions, benefits, fees/costs, and leave) and rate of pay
This article is informational and does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with an employment lawyer or accountant for additional clarification on how these changes impact your company.
