Archive - Freelance Busting

The 21st Century Worker Act

U.S. Senator Mike Lee introduces a bill to address what he describes as federal policy that is 'openly hostile to flexible work arrangements.'

Mar 9 • Kim Kavin

'This Fight Is Still Not Over'

On NJ101.5 last night, host Eric Scott and I discussed why New Jersey's proposed independent-contractor rule must be rescinded.

Mar 4 • Kim Kavin

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The Uber Narrative

Some big media brands covered last week's independent-contractor policy news in wildly misleading ways.

Mar 2 • Kim Kavin

February 2026

'Streamlined Regulations'

The U.S. Department of Labor has proposed a rule to clarify employee, independent contractor status under federal wage and hour laws.

Feb 26 • Kim Kavin

Extremism vs. Entrepreneurism

New 98-page report puts New Jersey's rule proposal into historical and national context, with recommendations to protect independent contractors.

Feb 24 • Kim Kavin

'Absolute Stalemate'

New data shows union membership still low as experts say labor policy is now as controversial as abortion in Washington, D.C.

Feb 19 • Kim Kavin

'At A Crossroads'

Industry groups urge the National Labor Relations Board to restore certainty with independent-contractor rulemaking.

Feb 16 • Kim Kavin

The AI Acceleration

Economist Liya Palagashvili raises an interesting question: Could the rise of artificial intelligence affect independent-contractor policy?

Feb 9 • Kim Kavin

Yet Again, No Rideshare

Headlines often equate independent contracting with Uber and Lyft, but yet another study just showed that self-employed people are doing all kinds of…

Feb 5 • Kim Kavin

Rescinding New Jersey's independent-contractor rule would demonstrate a real commitment to the values Governor Sherrill cites in her plans.

Feb 2 • Kim Kavin

January 2026

Over Ginger's Dead Body

A hot mic picked up this talk between New Jersey state Senator Paul Sarlo and Lieutenant Governor Dale Caldwell. It was a gut punch to women like me.

Jan 29 • Kim Kavin

Executive Order No. 7

New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill just paused all rulemaking, a move that at least stalls the Labor Department's proposed independent-contractor rule.

Jan 26 • Kim Kavin

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