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Rep. Darrell Issa reintroduces resolution supporting independent workers and contractors
Republican Rep. Darrell Issa. Fle photo by Chris Stone/Times of San Diego)

Republican Congressman Darrell Issa has reintroduced a resolution recognizing the vital role of independent workers and contractors in the American economy and reaffirming support for the economic opportunities available to those who choose to work for themselves.

“We stand with the millions of independent workers, contractors, and freelancers who are under threat from politicians and bureaucrats, especially in California, seeking to eliminate their livelihoods,” Rep. Issa said. “Too often dismissed as casual or part-time labor, these hardworking, self-reliant individuals are vital to the American economy; they’ve chosen an honorable path, and they deserve our support.”

    Issa is joined by seven House colleagues in backing the resolution, which has also gained support from organizations including TechNet, the Flex Association, the Coalition for Workforce Innovation, and Glamsquad.

    “The Coalition for Workforce Innovation appreciates Congressman Issa’s efforts to recognize the substantial contributions of independent workers across the American economy,” said Evan Armstrong, chair of the Coalition for Workforce Innovation. “Independent work empowers people of all types to decide for themselves when, where, and how they work. As innovative work arrangements become more popular, it is critical that our policies catch up to protect those who choose to work independently and entrepreneurially …”

    “On behalf of the app-based industry and its more than 23 million independent workers, Flex praises Representative Issa for his resolution supporting independent work,” said the Flex Association. “App-based platforms have made independent work more accessible than ever before, empowering people to choose when, where, and how often they work. We appreciate Rep. Issa’s leadership in highlighting the benefits of this flexibility and look forward to collaborating with lawmakers across the aisle to advance policies that support the millions who choose this path.”

    “The gig economy is driving new opportunities in communities nationwide, providing Americans with unmatched flexibility and opportunity to leverage their skills and resources and decide where and how they work,” said Linda Moore, president and CEO of TechNet. “We applaud Representative Issa for recognizing the significant contributions that gig workers make every day to strengthen our economy and support families across the country.”

    “Glamsquad applauds Congressman Issa’s resolution to recognize the contributions of independent workers and contractors,” Glamsquad said. “Independent work empowers beauty professionals across the country to decide when, where and how they work and using app-based platforms like Glamsquad enables beauty professionals to have additional reach and flexibility to earn income on their own schedules.”

    Rep. Darrell Issa represents California’s 48th Congressional District, which includes central and eastern San Diego County and part of Riverside County. The district includes communities such as Fallbrook, Valley Center, Ramona, Escondido, Santee, Lakeside, Poway, Temecula, Murrieta, and mountain and desert regions near the San Diego–Imperial County line. He previously served as Chairman of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform from 2011 to 2015.

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