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DemocratBill · H.R. 9114· House(119-HR-9114)

Gig Is Up Act

Rep. Watson Coleman
Age: 81 years
New Jersey
Introduced
6/2/2026
Last activity
6/2/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Sponsored by
Bonnie Watson Coleman
Cosponsors
Democrat - 7Republican - 0
Taxation
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill is known as the Gig Is Up Act. It amends the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. The legislation requires payroll tax withholding for independent contractors who work for certain large businesses. It applies specifically to businesses with at least one hundred million dollars in gross receipts for a calendar year. It also applies to businesses where at least ten thousand individuals contract to provide services other than as an employee during that year. The rules will apply to payments made after December 31, 2026.

Yes· 3 of 5

  • Does this strengthen Social Security?+5

    The bill includes payments for certain independent contractors toward social security earnings calculations.

  • Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?+3

    Many gig economy workers and independent contractors affected are younger adults.

  • Would union members be better off under this?+3

    The bill levels the playing field somewhat between traditional employees and gig workers by requiring tax withholding.

The opposite

  • Does this raise the taxes companies pay?-5

    The bill increases payroll tax burdens and obligations for certain large businesses utilizing independent contractors.

  • Would business owners be better off under this?-5

    Large businesses and platform companies face significantly increased payroll tax burdens.

  • Would high-income households be better off under this?-3

    It negatively impacts high-revenue corporations and businesses utilizing large contractor networks.