What do Anti-Freelancer Laws Mean for Independent Journalists?

California’s AB5 that uses the ABC Test to determine freelancer status has been detrimental to many freelancers. Similar language is in a U.S. Department of Labor Rule set to take effect in March. What does it mean for freelance journalists? What states are considering similar laws?

Join Debbie Kaplan, ASJA Advocacy Chair, Fight for Freelancers; William Freeman, Attorney, Pacific Legal Foundation; and Susan Valot, Moderator, Society of Professional Journalists Freelance Board for an online discussion.

Email spjfreelancecommunity@gmail.com for Zoom link by 5 p.m. ET Feb. 27.