Over a Third of the American Workforce Participates in the Gig Economy, Which Includes Rideshares, Food Delivery, and Personalized Services
Washington, D.C. – TechNet, the national, bipartisan network of technology CEOs and senior executives, today urged Congress to include gig economy workers in any provision that exempts tipped income from federal taxes. In a letter to the House Ways & Means Committee and the Senate Finance Committee, TechNet Executive Vice President Carl Holshouser wrote:
“Gig workers are not just a convenience—they are essential to the American economy. They help with childcare, provide safe transportation, deliver meals and goods to families, and offer personalized services and short-term rentals that support local communities. Gig workers make up more than a third of the American workforce and they deserve tax fairness.
“Nearly 60 million Americans participate in the gig economy, using technology platforms to access flexible work and earn income on their own terms. Many rely on customer tips to supplement their income, just like traditional service workers. However, unlike traditional employees, gig workers often shoulder their own business expenses—making these tips even more vital. As Congress considers exempting tips from income taxation, TechNet urges lawmakers not to leave behind gig workers who power the modern service economy.”
The full text of the letter can be read here.