Docs reveal how popular new NJ gig worker rules really are Rick Rickman Published: September 19, 2025 Public comments released by the New Jersey Department of Labor show proposed new rules for gig workers are wildly unpopular (Gov. Murphy's Office/AP Photo, Mel Evans)
🔴 The New Jersey Department of Labor releases over 9,500 public comments
🔴 Proposed new gig worker rules are overwhelmingly unpopular, advocates say
🔴 Gov. Phil Murphy says no decision has been made yet as backlash grows.
From truckers to anesthesiologists, thousands of people and organizations have come out against new rules for gig workers in New Jersey.
Around 9,500 public comments were submitted to the state Department of Labor about the massive proposal that would change how the ABC test is applied to