California Youth Athletic Programs Cut Back Because of Freelancer Law AB 5

California Youth Athletic Programs Cut Back Because of Freelancer Law AB 5
Courtesy of United Christian Academy
Jamie Joseph
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IRVINE, Calif.—Youth athletics programs in California are facing major budget hurdles in complying with Assembly Bill (AB 5), a state law in effect since Jan. 1 that greatly restricts the hiring of independent contractors.

Instead, any hires must be full- or part-time employees.

Jamie Joseph
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Jamie is a California-based reporter covering issues in Los Angeles and state policies for The Epoch Times. In her free time, she enjoys reading nonfiction and thrillers, going to the beach, studying Christian theology, and writing poetry. You can always find Jamie writing breaking news with a cup of tea in hand.
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