H.Res. 461 is a non-binding congressional resolution that recognizes and celebrates the contributions of independent workers and contractors to the U.S. economy. The resolution acknowledges that approximately 73 million Americans engaged in freelance or independent work in 2024, contributing $1.5 trillion to the economy, and notes that this workforce includes self-employed professionals, gig workers, app-based drivers, and others across various fields. The resolution highlights that independent work offers flexibility in scheduling and location, has grown significantly among younger workers (52 percent of those aged 18 to 26 chose flexible work over traditional employment), and provides business advantages like cost savings and access to specialized expertise. The resolution specifically opposes efforts by some officials to reclassify independent contractors as traditional employees, citing protections like California's Proposition 22 that preserve contractor flexibility. Since this is a resolution rather than legislation, it carries no binding force or funding but instead expresses the House's position in favor of maintaining and supporting the independent contractor workforce model.
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