Episode 4: California’s war on gig workers is coming to Nevada
Free to Offend Episode 4
California is, pretty much, the nation’s top exporter of bad ideas.
And the state’s infamous AB5—a bill designed to effectively do away with the “gig economy”—is a perfect example. Despite hundreds of exemptions being made to accommodate freelance workers who suddenly found their type of work illegal, California is blundering ahead with an attempt to regulate away employment opportunities for thousands of independent contractors.
Steven Greenhut, western director for R Street and a member of the editorial board for the Southern California News Group, spoke with Nevada Policy’s Michael Schaus about California’s war on gig workers, and how it’s unintended consequences are decimating California’s economy.
And with Nevada lawmakers already considering similar measures in the Silver State, Steven’s insight is especially valuable heading into the next regular legislative session.
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Resources:
- What’s wrong with turning Nevada into California East? By Michael Schaus
- California is indeed a cautionary tale for the nation By Steven Greenhut
- Voters will have a chance to save ridesharing from California regulators By Steven Greenhut
Free to Offend:
A podcast that radically defends free speech by regularly practicing it.
Produced by Nevada Policy Research Institute,
featuring Nevada Policy’s Michael Schaus and Robert Fellner.
