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Dorsey & Whitney says it reviewed the Direct Seller and Real Estate Agent Harmonization Act
Dorsey & Whitney said it published an analysis of a Senate bill intended to align federal wage-and-hour treatment of direct sellers and real estate agents with existing tax rules. The firm said the proposed Direct Seller and Real Estate Agent Harmonization Act would create a narrow classification exception if enacted.
Key points
- Dorsey & Whitney said Senator Mike Lee introduced the bill September 30, with Senator John Curtis as co-sponsor.Dorsey & Whitney
- The firm said the proposal uses the tax code’s Section 3508 requirements.Dorsey & Whitney
- Dorsey & Whitney said it would not preempt state law or amend the National Labor Relations Act.Dorsey & Whitney
- The firm said the proposal does not address gig workers generally.Dorsey & Whitney