Lets certain temporary healthcare workers be independent contractors.
This bill would let certain temporary doctors, nurse practitioners, and other advanced care providers be classified as independent contractors. This means they would not be considered employees under federal labor laws, which could affect their eligibility for minimum wage, overtime, and collective bargaining rights. The change aims to make it clearer how these professionals are hired and used, especially in areas needing more healthcare.
Today, the classification of temporary doctors and advanced care providers as employees or independent contractors under federal labor laws is often unclear and depends on various legal tests. After this bill, qualified temporary doctors, nurse practitioners, physician's assistants, and certified registered nurse anesthetists would be clearly classified as independent contractors for purposes of the Fair Labor Standards Act and the National Labor Relations Act, as long as they work temporarily for up to one continuous year at a single site with a written contract.
HR 8347 · 119th Congress · April 16, 2026 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 8/10
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