Labor Markets
New technologies and digital platforms are transforming labor markets through the rise of “gig,” contract, and other forms of independent work. But in Washington there is significant pushback on these jobs, with policymakers and agencies attempting to use 20th-century regulations to hamper a growing workforce. Mercatus research identifies barriers preventing workers from adapting to the evolving economy and provides policy reforms that can build the foundation of tomorrow’s workforce today.
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Flexible Benefits for a Flexible Workforce: Unleashing Portable Benefits Solutions for Independent Workers and the Gig Economy
Political leaders from left to right are grappling with how to approach the challenges caused by the rapid growth of an
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The Unintended Consequences of the FRA's Minimum Train Crew Size Rule
Train Crew Size Safety Requirements Agency: Federal Railroad Administration Comment Period Opens: October 27, 2022 Comment
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Analyzing the Impact of the Department of Labor's Rule on Restricting Independent Contracting
Employee or Independent Contractor Classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act Agency: US Department of Labor, Wage and
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What Productivity-Pay Gap? | EconLib
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Giving Thanks for Low-Skilled Workers | Creators Syndicate
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Consequences of Restricting Independent Work and the Gig Economy
Across the United States, policymakers and regulators are grappling with the growth in the independent workforce. Independent
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Portable Benefits for Self-Employed and Independent Workers in Ontario
Chair McArthur and members of the Portable Benefits Advisory Panel, thank you for inviting me here today to comment on designing
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Biden’s Plan to ‘Outcompete China’ Requires More Human Talent
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Railroad Strikes | Cheddar TV
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Possible Railroad Strike | Chicago's Morning Answer
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Unions & Free Market Labor Policy | Labor Relations Radio
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