Who is the “General Contractor” and what is the connection between that entity and Workers Compensation Insurance?

By NY State definition, the “General Contractor” is that entity (he/she/business) who pays the subcontractors, e.g. the carpenter, plumber, electrician, laborer, mason, etc. Likewise, by State Law, the “General Contractor” is required to have Workers Compensation Insurance. and submit proof of same in a form satisfactory to the Workers Compensation Board