Gig workers urge governor to sign portable benefits bill

Lawmakers, gig workers push for Evers to sign portable benefits bill

(The Center Square) – Wisconsin lawmakers and gig workers gathered at the Capitol on Tuesday to ask Gov. Tony Evers to sign a bill that would allow gig workers to have portable benefits plans that travel with them as they…

Backers push Evers to sign bill declaring gig drivers independent contractors • Wisconsin Examiner

The legislation classifies app-based drivers as independent contractors while it allows portable benefits but doesn't require them.

State lawmakers urge Gov. Evers to sign bill on benefits for gig workers

Both Republican and Democratic Wisconsin lawmakers are urging Gov. Tony Evers to sign bills that would expand benefits for gig workers by allowing companies to contribute to portable benefit accounts.

Gig workers urge governor to sign portable benefits bill

The legislation ensures independent contractors, including delivery drivers, have access to health care and paid leave.

Gig Workers Call on Gov. Evers to Sign Portable Benefits Bill at Capitol Presser: Watch the Livestream Now - Chamber of Progress

On Tuesday, app-based gig workers and state lawmakers gathered at a Chamber of Progress press conference at the Wisconsin State Capitol in support of bipartisan portable benefits legislation. Governor Tony Evers is currently considering the legislation, which would allow gig workers to maintain their independence while ensuring access to vital benefits – like healthcare and paid leave – that travel with them from job to job. The press conference…