The analysis would also look at the amount of skill required for the work, the degree of permanence of the working relationship between the worker and the hiring entity, and if the work is an “integrated unit of production.” The 30-day comment period on the rule ends on Oct. 26, 2020.
Freelancers Union executive director Rafael Espinal commented more education regarding freelancers’ livelihood is necessary. While the group’s membership skews Democrat, Espinal said many freelancers generally don’t feel represented by either party.
A grassroots movement is underway
The Freelancers Union is actively reaching out to legislators to ensure they are aware of the potential impact the PRO Act on its members. On Sept. 10, the Freelancers Union held a town hall with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY). The group raised concerns about the PRO Act at the meeting. “He’s committed to working with us and making sure we don’t have the same outcome that came out of California at the federal level,” said Espinal.
