ATLANTA – State Representative Todd Jones (R-South Forsyth), chairman of the House Technology and Infrastructure Innovation Committee, today announces that House Bill 987, also known as the “Voluntary Portable Benefit Plan Act,” was signed into law by Governor Brian Kemp. Sponsored by Rep. Jones, HB 987 codifies a voluntary framework for independent contractors to receive portable benefits through dedicated accounts, allowing contributions without affecting their employment classification.
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ATLANTA – State Representative Todd Jones (R-South Forsyth), chairman of the House Technology and Infrastructure Innovation Committee, recently introduced House Bill 987, known as the “Voluntary Portable Benefit Plan Act,” aimed at protecting worker freedom and expanding benefits for independent workers.
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ATLANTA – State Representative Chas Cannon (R-Moultrie) recently introduced legislation aimed at allowing local school boards to reduce ad valorem taxes. House Bill 987, approved by the House Education Committee, would reduce the minimum millage rate eligibility requirement for State Equalization Grants from 14 down to 10 mills.
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