HR 8272·Federal·house
To classify qualified locum tenens professionals and advanced care practitioners as independent contractors for the purposes of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 and the National Labor Relations Act.
In CommitteeFiled Apr 14, 2026
Sponsor: Rep. Owens, Burgess [R-UT-4] (R)
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Apr 14, 2026
Summary
It changes the legal status of locum tenens physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and certified registered nurse anesthetists who work on short‑term contracts, so they are not treated as employees for the Fair Labor Standards Act and the National Labor Relations Act. This affects both the clinicians and the health entities that hire them, aiming to give more flexibility in staffing.
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