Senate bill introduced to change worker classification rules
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Senator Bernie Sanders has introduced a bill called the Protecting America’s Workers Act. The bill aims to change how certain workers are classified under federal law, specifically targeting those who work through digital platforms or apps.
Why it matters: This bill seeks to shift the legal standard used to decide if platform-based workers are employees or independent contractors, which would change how companies provide pay and benefits.
Who it affects
- Workers who use digital platforms or apps for their jobs
This is a bill introduced in the Senate; please consult Congress.gov to read the full text before relying on this information.
Agency: Senate
Source: Congress.gov — read the official document