Will a Biden Presidency Impact Freelancers in the Ad Industry?

The short answer is no, but legislation he supports could have adverse effects on people who do it for a living

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A piece of legislation that President-elect Joe Biden said he intends to sign into law could potentially affect how freelancers secure gigs and make a living.

Called the PRO Act, the bill, which passed the House earlier this year, largely focuses on strengthening workers’ rights and unions. However, some freelancers are taking issue with an aspect of the bill that’s been dubbed the “ABC test,” a three-pronged assessment that determines whether workers are considered employees or independent contractors.

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