Dear Chamber Members,

I hope this message finds you well as we step into another exciting week in our amazing community.

This week promises to be filled with valuable networking and growth opportunities. Please take note of the following events:

Networking @ Noon: April 18th, 12 Noon at the Highlander Restaurant

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: April 18th, 3 pm at MediLodge of Howell

Rising Professionals Networking Happy Hour: April 18th, 4:30 pm at Tap-Ins Golf of Howell

Howell Chamber Happy Hour: April 23rd, 4:30 pm at Aberrant Ales

These events offer unique chances to connect, celebrate, and collaborate with fellow chamber members. I encourage you to mark your calendars, register and make the most of these opportunities.

As always, I extend my deepest gratitude to each of you for your continued support and engagement with the Howell Area Chamber. Together, we are shaping a future filled with prosperity and success for all.

Sincerely,

Janelle Smith

President, Howell Area Chamber of Commerce

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On January 10, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor published a final rule, effective March 11, 2024, revising the Department’s guidance on how to analyze who is an employee or independent contractor under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This final rule rescinds the Independent Contractor Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act rule (2021 IC Rule), that was published on January 7, 2021 and replaces it with an analysis for determining employee or independent contractor status that is more consistent with the FLSA as interpreted by longstanding judicial precedent.



The misclassification of employees as independent contractors may deny workers minimum wage, overtime pay, and other protections. This final rule will reduce the risk that employees are misclassified as independent contractors while providing a consistent approach for businesses that engage with individuals who are in business for themselves. 

 Additional Information



• Final Rule: Employee or Independent Contractor Classification Under the Fair Labor Standards Act – Federal register notice
• Frequently Asked Questions – General and substantive questions about the final rule
• Small Entity Compliance Guide – A guide to assist small businesses to comply with the final rule, including an overview of the rule, the six factors of the economic reality test, common questions, and additional resources
• Press Release – Announcing the final rule
• Proposed Rule: Employee or Independent Contractor Classification Under the Fair Labor Standards Act: Notice of proposed rulemaking that was issued in advance of the final rule
• 2024 FLSA Worker Classification Rule—Information for Potential Freelancers