HRES1005Referred to Committee

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.

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2026-01-15
Introduced
1
Cosponsors
HRES
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Sponsor

Ro Khanna
Ro Khanna
Democrat · CA · Representative
Votes with party: 97.5% (596 recorded votes)

Full profile: /officials/K000389

Source: Congress.gov · FEC

Cosponsors (1)

Members who have signed on to support this bill since introduction. Source: Congress.gov.

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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.

2026-01-15

Source: Congress.gov

Plain-English Summary

This resolution expresses support for treating content creators and digital workers—like YouTubers, streamers, and freelancers who work through online platforms—fairly by ensuring they have access to transparent information about how platforms operate and better economic opportunities. The measure recognizes these workers as a growing group of small business owners who deserve protections and clarity similar to traditional employees or business owners. While it's a statement of intent rather than a law that would directly change rules, it signals that Congress believes digital platforms should treat creators more equitably.

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Science, Technology, Communications
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