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Pilot Program: Portable Benefits for Independent Workers

This act requires the Secretary of Labor to establish a pilot program to provide eligible workers, such as independent contractors or temporary workers, with access to portable benefits. This allows these individuals to maintain work-related benefits upon changing jobs.
Key points
The pilot program aims to support innovation regarding portable benefits for workers not in traditional full-time employment (e.g., independent contractors, temporary workers).
"Portable" benefits are those that a worker can maintain upon changing jobs.
The act authorizes the appropriation of $20 million for fiscal year 2022 for grants to eligible organizations (government or nonprofit) to evaluate, improve, or design benefit models.
Grants may not be used to fund models that provide only retirement-related benefits.
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Print number: 117_HR_6767
Sponsor: Rep. DelBene, Suzan K. [D-WA-1]
Process start date: 2022-02-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Portable Benefits for Independent Workers Pilot Program Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6767.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-02-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The pilot program aims to support innovation regarding portable benefits for workers not in traditional full-time employment (e.g., independent contractors, temporary workers).
  • "Portable" benefits are those that a worker can maintain upon changing jobs.
  • The act authorizes the appropriation of $20 million for fiscal year 2022 for grants to eligible organizations (government or nonprofit) to evaluate, improve, or design benefit models.
  • Grants may not be used to fund models that provide only retirement-related benefits.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. DelBene, Suzan K. [D-WA-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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Labor Benefits Economy