Flex Statement | Senator Cruz Named Senate CST Committee Chair
“Flex congratulates Senator Cruz on being named Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science & Transportation. Senator Cruz’s deep knowledge of technology policy will be vital to the Committee’s work this Congress, and we look forward to being a resource as the Committee considers issues related to the app-based industry.”
Flex Statement | Andrew Ferguson Designated FTC Chair
“Flex congratulates Chairman Ferguson on his appointment as FTC chair, and we look forward to working together to promote a strong app-based industry that continues to support workers, consumers, small businesses, and the American economy.”
Flex Statement | Congressman Walberg Named Chair of House Education and Workforce Committee
“Flex and the app-based platform industry congratulate Rep. Walberg on being named Chair of the House Education and Workforce Committee. His deep leadership and experience on workforce issues make him a terrific choice to lead the Committee in the 119th Congress. We look forward to working with him and all members of the House Education […]
App-Based Platforms Help Drive Sustainable Outcomes for Consumers and Businesses, Says New Flex Association Issue Brief
The First in a Three-Part “Scaling for Good” series, the Sustainability Issue Brief Highlights How App-Based Platforms Use Scale to Innovate and Increase Sustainability While Meeting Growing Demand WASHINGTON, DC – The Flex Association released a new issue brief today, “Scaling for Good: How App-Based Platforms Advance Sustainability.” The scale of the app-based industry – […]
Flex Statement | Congressman Guthrie Named House Energy & Commerce Committee Chair
“Flex and the app-based industry congratulate Congressman Guthrie on his selection to lead the House Energy & Commerce Committee. We know Congressman Guthrie to be a tireless advocate for American workers and small businesses and are eager to work together to advance policies that empower the app-based industry to continue to boost local businesses and […]
Flex Statement | Nomination of Rep. Chavez-DeRemer for U.S. Labor Secretary
“On behalf of the app-based platform industry, Flex congratulates Rep. Chavez-DeRemer on her nomination. The vast majority of app-based earners support maintaining their independent status because they appreciate the flexibility and freedom to earn money and pursue their entrepreneurial goals—on their own terms. We look forward to hearing her vision for a future-forward, modern economy, […]
Flex Statement | Senator Cassidy Named Chair of Senate HELP Committee
“We congratulate Senator Cassidy on his role as the new Chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee. Chairman Cassidy is a strong advocate for forward-thinking policies that support independent work and workers and help grow America’s economy and boost local businesses. We look forward to working with him and all members […]
Four Years After Passing, Prop 22 Shows a Way Forward for App-Based Workers
This month marks the four-year anniversary of California voters passing Proposition 22, the landmark ballot initiative that led the way in providing app-based workers with flexibility AND benefits. The ballot initiative, which passed overwhelmingly with nearly 60 percent of the vote, set two significant policies into law. First, it confirmed that app-based workers are independent […]
Flex Member Companies Helping Communities Rebuild From Hurricanes Helene and Milton
As communities across the Southeast United States recover from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, app-based platforms continue to assist those affected respond to and rebuild from these powerful storms. With natural disasters becoming more frequent and severe, the app-based industry is committed to prioritizing the safety of its drivers while addressing the critical need for transportation, […]
App-Based Industry Contributes Over $212 Billion Annually to the U.S. Economy and Spurs $32 Billion Boost for Local Businesses, New Study Finds
Landmark study—using for the first time aggregated data from leading app-based rideshare and delivery platform companies—reveals powerful economic impact nationally and at the state level WASHINGTON – The app-based rideshare and delivery industry contributes over $212 billion annually to the U.S. economy and offers flexible earning opportunities to more than 7.3 million app-based workers, according […]
