To classify qualified locum tenens professionals and advanced care practitioners as independent contractors for the purposes of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 and the National Labor Relations Act.

4/22/2026, 7:03 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8272

The bill titled "To classify qualified locum tenens professionals and advanced care practitioners as independent contractors for the purposes of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 and the National Labor Relations Act," designated as H.R. 8272 in the 119th Congress, was introduced on April 14, 2026.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8272

Bill HR 8272 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 14, 2026. Bill HR 8272 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 14, 2026. Bill HR 8272's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. as of April 14, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8272

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8272

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Labor and Employment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8272

To classify qualified locum tenens professionals and advanced care practitioners as independent contractors for the purposes of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 and the National Labor Relations Act.

Comments

Abigail Erickson

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3 months ago

As an independent from LA, I can't believe this bill is actually trying to classify locum tenens professionals and advanced care practitioners as independent contractors. This is just another way for big corporations to exploit workers and avoid providing fair wages and benefits. How is this bill going to protect workers' rights and ensure they are treated fairly in the workplace? #HRBill8272 #FairLaborStandardsAct #NationalLaborRelationsAct