Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that creators and digital workers, as a distinct and growing class of small businesses and independent economic contributors, deserve fair treatment, transparency, and economic opportunity in the modern platform-based economy.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (15 Jan 2026): Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
What this bill does
H.Res. 1005 expresses the opinion of the House of Representatives that individuals who create content and work digitally, often as independent contractors or small businesses, deserve fair treatment and economic opportunity. The resolution specifically highlights issues such as compensation transparency, access to benefits like healthcare and retirement plans, and the ability for these workers to maintain relationships with their audiences across different platforms. It also calls for clarity regarding platform algorithms and protection against worker misclassification.
This resolution affects creators and digital workers who rely on online platforms for income, as well as the platforms themselves. While it is a statement of opinion and does not create new laws or regulations, it signals Congress's recognition of these workers' contributions and concerns within the modern economy. The resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives and has been referred to two committees: Education and Workforce, and Energy and Commerce, for further consideration.
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Timeline
15 Jan 2026
Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 1005 do?
- H.Res. 1005 expresses the opinion of the House of Representatives that individuals who create content and work digitally, often as independent contractors or small businesses, deserve fair treatment and economic opportunity. The resolution specifically highlights issues such as compensation transparency, access to benefits like healthcare and retirement plans, and the ability for these workers to maintain relationships with their audiences across different platforms. It also calls for clarity regarding platform algorithms and protection against worker misclassification. This resolution affects creators and digital workers who rely on online platforms for income, as well as the platforms themselves. While it is a statement of opinion and does not create new laws or regulations, it signals Congress's recognition of these workers' contributions and concerns within the modern economy. The resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives and has been referred to two committees: Education and Workforce, and Energy and Commerce, for further consideration.
- Has H.Res. 1005 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Res. 1005. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 1005?
- H.Res. 1005 was sponsored by Rep. Khanna, Ro [D-CA-17] (D-CA), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 1005?
- Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (15 Jan 2026).
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