Rather than simply hiring their workers as employees or providing fair wages and benefits, DoorDash is asking independent contractors to lobby Congress on their behalf to "help companies explore" ways of maybe, someday, offering access to things like healthcare or paid time off. Instead of taking responsibility, they’re pushing for legislative loopholes that let them keep the flexibility of gig labor while offloading the cost of basic protections.

(Apologies if this is not the right community to post this.)

A screenshot of an email from DoorDash: DashRoots  Tell Congress to support expanding benefits to independent workers  You dash for the freedom and flexibility it gives you — but outdated laws make it hard for companies to offer benefits for independent contractors.  Congress can help companies explore ways to provide independent contractors with more access to things like paid time off, health care, and retirement – without taking away your independence.  This bill would be a big step toward a future where independent workers can access the support they need.  Take 30 seconds to tell Congress to support exploring benefits for Dashers.  Take action now (button)
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[–] 10 points 1 year ago*

What is the bill they are talking about and what does it actually do?

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