SB 291: Contractors: workers’ compensation insurance.

This bill amends certain sections of the business and professions code to regulate contractors. It requires contractors to have workers' compensation insurance, with some exemptions for joint ventures with no employees. The board must establish a verification process to determine eligibility for exemption and report it to the legislature. The bill includes disciplinary action for contractors found to have employed workers without maintaining coverage, with a minimum penalty of $10,000. The board will not renew or reinstate licenses subject to this disciplinary action until coverage is obtained. The bill also requires the board to report annual statistical information, including disciplinary actions related to workers' compensation insurance exemptions.