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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 portable benefits to eligible workers (such as independent contractors, temporary workers, and the self-employed). Workers performing eligible work will be able to maintain benefits (e.g., health insurance, retirement savings, training) upon changing jobs. The Secretary of Labor will award grants to eligible organizations (State or local governments or nonprofit organizations) to support innovation and experimentation regarding these benefits.
Key points
Establishes a grant program to support innovation regarding benefits for workers outside of traditional full-time employment.
Benefits must be 'portable,' meaning the worker maintains them upon changing jobs.
Covered benefits may include workers' compensation, skills training, disability coverage, health insurance, retirement saving, income security, and short-term saving.
A total of $20 million is authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2023 to carry out the grants.
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Print number: 118_S_1696
Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA]
Process start date: 2023-05-18
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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 118_S_1696.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a grant program to support innovation regarding benefits for workers outside of traditional full-time employment.
  • Benefits must be 'portable,' meaning the worker maintains them upon changing jobs.
  • Covered benefits may include workers' compensation, skills training, disability coverage, health insurance, retirement saving, income security, and short-term saving.
  • A total of $20 million is authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2023 to carry out the grants.
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 Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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