Trenton, NJ — Americans for Prosperity (AFP) released a statement warning that Governor Sherrill’s independent contractor rule, which takes effect today, puts jobs at risk in the Garden State’s already shrinking job market. New Jersey lost 21,900 jobs in July and another 1,700 in August, according to the Department of Labor & Workforce Development’s August report.
AFP Northeast Coalitions Director John Goodnight said:
“It’s disappointing to see the independent contractor rule go into effect today despite bipartisan efforts calling on Governor Sherrill to delay, estimated to put more than 1 million jobs at risk in a state that can’t afford to lose more. The people who will feel this first are not large corporations. They are parents who build work around the school day, caregivers, retirees, and freelancers. Adding uncertainty to the way thousands of New Jerseyans earn a living is the wrong call, especially when the state has lost over 20,000 jobs since July.
“Garden State workers and families need more opportunity, not more obstacles to make a living. AFP urges Governor Sherrill to push this rule back and work with the Legislature to protect independent workers.”