DOL moves to loosen independent contractor regulations
February 27, 2026
•HR_Dive•Moderate impact
[key points]
Key points
•The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) plans to rescind the 2024 independent contractor rule.
•The DOL aims to return to the “economic reality test” for determining whether a worker is an independent contractor.
•The proposed rule aims to provide greater clarity for businesses and workers when determining independent contractor status during the hiring process.
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