On February 6, 2023, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed the Temporary Workers' Bill of Rights (A1474/S511) into law. The law only covers temporary laborers who are assigned to work by a temporary help service firm in a "designated classification placement," which includes certain workers in food preparation and service, building and grounds cleaning/maintenance, personal care and service, construction, and transportations occupations, among others.
Most of the law's provisions will take effect on August 5, 2023. However, the new hire notice requirement and non-retaliation provision will go into effect on May 7, 2023.
Below are some of the key obligations under the new law that temporary help service firms and third party clients (employers) should be aware of:
Under the law, temporary help service firms ("firms") in New Jersey will need to receive certification from the Director of Consumer Affairs Division (the "Director") to "make any designated classification placements," and it will be unlawful for a firm to operate without proper certification.
Additionally, it will be unlawful for an employer to contract with an uncertified firm. Employers utilizing firms will be required to verify with the Director (i) before entering into a contract, and (ii) on March 1 and September 1 of each year, whether a firm has the proper certification. Employers will be able to request a list of certified firms from the Director or visit the Division of...
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