Labor and Employment

As gig work becomes more and more popular, state lawmakers across the country are growing concerned that labor benefits historically enjoyed by U.S. workers have become out of reach for a sizable segment of the population, particularly those from marginalized communities.

Tennessee uses a “common sense approach” to identify challenges in workforce development and provide key policy options to ensure a pipeline of well-prepared workers.

Forecast '23: NCSL experts identify the labor and employment issues states will tackle in 2023, including workforce recruitment and retention, employee benefits and skills training.