HB08817: AN ACT PROVIDING PROTECTION FOR FREELANCE WORKERS
This bill aims to provide protection for freelance workers, recognizing their right to humane conditions of work and just compensation. It mandates written contracts between hiring parties and freelance workers, specifying services, compensation details, and payment schedules. The bill also includes provisions for night shift differential and hazard pay for eligible freelance workers, and prohibits unlawful practices such as late or non-payment of fees and retaliation.
This legislation is highly significant for the growing number of freelance workers in the Philippines, offering them much-needed legal safeguards. By ensuring fair contractual agreements, timely payments, and protection against exploitative practices, the bill aims to improve the economic security and working conditions of freelancers, promoting their welfare and contributing to a more equitable labor landscape.