An Act consolidating multiple definitions of employee to prevent misclassification

This bill clarifies that the term "employee" has a consistent definition across Massachusetts labor laws to prevent misclassification. It amends Chapter 149 to include both Chapters 151 and 152 in the definition scope, and adds a cross-reference in Chapter 152 to align with Chapter 149's definition. This directly affects employers and workers in Massachusetts, particularly in cases where worker classification (e.g., employee vs. independent contractor) impacts wages, benefits, or protections. The key mechanism is standardizing the legal definition to reduce inconsistencies that could lead to misclassification under different labor statutes.