Virginia § 51.1-704 - Contributions by state employees
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 51.1-704 — Contributions by state employees, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 51.1-704. Contributions by state employees
A. Every employee of the Commonwealth whose services are covered by an agreement entered into under § 51.1-702 shall pay contributions, with respect to wages, equal to the applicable taxes which would be imposed by the "Rate of Tax" sections of the Federal Insurance Contributions Act if such services constituted employment within the meaning of that Act.
B. The contribution required by this section shall be collected by the Commonwealth by deducting the amount of the contribution from wages, but failure to make such deduction shall not relieve the employee from liability for such contribution.
1952, c. 2, § 51-111.4; 1990, c. 832; 2005, c. 902.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 51.1-704
What does Code of Virginia § 51.1-704 cover?
Section 51.1-704 ("Contributions by state employees") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Virginia § 51.1-704?
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