SENATE LABOR COMMITTEE

STATEMENT TO

SENATE, No. 558

STATE OF NEW JERSEY

DATED:  DECEMBER 1, 2025

      The Senate Labor Committee reports favorably Senate Bill No. 558.

      This bill provides that a person who performs caddie services for a fee or other compensation on a golf course is considered an independent contractor for purposes of State employment law.

      The bill exempts from coverage under various employment laws of the State any services performed by a golf caddie for a fee or other compensation on a golf course.  The exempted golf caddie would not be subject to various taxes and would not be eligible for various benefits.

      This bill was prefiled for introduction in the 2024-2025 session pending technical review.  As reported, the bill includes the changes required by technical review, which has been performed.