West Virginia
New law allows employers to provide benefits for independent contractors in West Virginia
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Gov. Patrick Morrisey signed House Bill 4009 Wednesday, authorizing portable benefit accounts in West Virginia.
The Voluntary Portable Benefits Plan Act gives businesses the option to provide benefits for independent contractors without reclassifying those workers as employees.
The measure permits companies to offer insurance and retirement while keeping workers as an independent contractor.
Contributions may be made using funds of the employer or withholding a percentage of payment from employees.
Lawmakers estimate more than 90,000 independent contractors are in West Virginia.