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The Hill

Looming change in worker classification rules will cost small businesses big bucks

(This column originally appeared in The Hill) A lot of attention has been paid to the tax increases that are part of the Democratic-backed Inflation…

Gene MarksAugust 4, 2022

Podcasts

Wellness in the Construction Industry: How the PRO Act and Infrastructure Bill will Impact Workers

Episode 67 How will the recently passed Infrastructure Bill and PRO Act impact the construction industry?

Gene MarksAugust 18, 2021

Philly.com

How small businesses should prepare for union-boosting legislation in Washington

(This article originally appeared on The Philadelphia Inquirer) Included in President Joe Biden’s infrastructure initiative — otherwise known as the American Jobs Plan —

Gene MarksAugust 3, 2021

Washington Times

Beware of all those small business ‘surveys.’ They’re biased and partisan

(This article originally appeared in The Washington Times) Are small business owners optimistic about the future or are they concerned? Do they approve of President…

Gene MarksMay 27, 2021

Guardian

Does Biden’s Pro Act contain a nasty surprise for small businesses?

(This article originally appeared in The Guardian) Hidden inside President Biden’s $2.5tn infrastructure proposal is another piece of legislation that could have a significant impact…

Gene MarksMay 9, 2021

The Hill

The PRO Act threatens the independence of freelancers and contractors

(This article originally appeared in The Hill) For small businesses that use 1099 contractors, that practice is eventually going to end. In fact, the end…

Gene MarksMarch 11, 2021

Philly.com

As Congress scrutinizes gig worker rules, small-business owners need to know the basics

(This post originally appeared on Philly.com) Democrats in the U.S. House just passed the Protecting the Right to Organize Act,

Gene MarksFebruary 24, 2021