| Washington State House of Representatives Office of Program Research |
BILL ANALYSIS |
| Commerce & Labor Committee | |
HB 2989
This analysis was prepared by non-partisan legislative staff for the use of legislative members in
their deliberations. This analysis is not a part of the legislation nor does it constitute a
statement of legislative intent.
Brief Description: Making all owners of drywall installation and finishing businesses subject to mandatory industrial insurance coverage.
Sponsors: Representatives Wallace and Hasegawa.
Brief Summary of Bill |
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Hearing Date: 2/1/08
Staff: Joan Elgee (786-7106).
Background:
For purposes of industrial insurance, employers must either insure workers with the state fund or
qualify as a self-insurer. Employments not subject to mandatory coverage under industrial
insurance laws include sole proprietors or partners, some corporate officers, and certain
members of a limited liability company. Elective coverage is available for these persons.
Summary of Bill:
All owners of businesses engaged in the installation or finishing of drywall are within the
mandatory coverage of industrial insurance. Sole proprietors, corporate officers, and limited
liability company members of drywall businesses are considered covered employment.
A drywall oversight committee is created to advise the Department of Labor and Industries
(Department) on the development of rules to implement the provisions and otherwise advise the
Department on issues affecting the drywall industry.
Rules Authority: The bill does not directly address rule-making; however, the bill creates an
oversight committee to assist in the development of rules.
Appropriation: None.
Fiscal Note: Requested on January 30, 2008.
Effective Date: The bill takes effect 90 days after adjournment of session in which bill is passed.