SB 5698 - DIGEST

     Finds that temporary, leased, and contract employees are entitled to the state's basic safety net of job protections.  Third parties benefit from the labors of such employees, and should be held accountable when temporary services agencies, employee leasing companies, and other contract employers are unable to meet their employment-related obligations.

     Declares an intent that third parties that benefit from the labors of temporary, leased, and contract employees should be subject to joint and several liability for unpaid unemployment insurance contributions and workers' compensation premiums.