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To ensure that the provision of portable benefits to an individual is not considered in determining whether such individual is an employee of a person.
8/4/2025, 5:56 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1320
Bill 119 HR 1320, also known as the Portable Benefits for Independent Workers Pilot Program Act, aims to address the issue of portable benefits for independent workers. The bill seeks to ensure that the provision of portable benefits to an individual does not impact their classification as an employee of a person.
The bill establishes a pilot program that allows independent workers to receive portable benefits, such as retirement savings, health insurance, and paid time off, regardless of their employment status. This program aims to provide greater financial security and stability for independent workers who often do not have access to traditional employee benefits.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to protect workers from misclassification by employers. It prohibits the consideration of portable benefits in determining whether an individual is an employee of a person, ensuring that independent workers are not penalized for receiving these benefits. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1320 seeks to support independent workers by providing them with access to portable benefits and protecting their classification as independent contractors. The bill aims to promote economic security and flexibility for workers in the gig economy while also addressing concerns about misclassification and worker rights.
The bill establishes a pilot program that allows independent workers to receive portable benefits, such as retirement savings, health insurance, and paid time off, regardless of their employment status. This program aims to provide greater financial security and stability for independent workers who often do not have access to traditional employee benefits.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to protect workers from misclassification by employers. It prohibits the consideration of portable benefits in determining whether an individual is an employee of a person, ensuring that independent workers are not penalized for receiving these benefits. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1320 seeks to support independent workers by providing them with access to portable benefits and protecting their classification as independent contractors. The bill aims to promote economic security and flexibility for workers in the gig economy while also addressing concerns about misclassification and worker rights.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1320
Bill HR 1320 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 13, 2025. Bill HR 1320 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 13, 2025. Bill HR 1320's most recent activity was Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 19 - 16. as of July 23, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1320
Total Number of Sponsors
5Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
5Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
10Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
10Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1320
Primary Policy Focus
Labor and EmploymentAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1320
To ensure that the provision of portable benefits to an individual is not considered in determining whether such individual is an employee of a person.
To ensure that the provision of portable benefits to an individual is not considered in determining whether such individual is an employee of a person.
Comments

Everly Yu
466
9 months ago
I believe that this bill could potentially harm workers like myself who rely on portable benefits. It's important to consider the impact this could have on individuals who may lose out on important benefits if their employment status is not properly recognized. #HRBill1320 #WorkersRights
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1320
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