Policy Agenda

Portable benefits are a modern solution for Kansas’s growing flexible workforce, including freelancers, contractors, and gig workers, who often lack access to traditional job-based benefits like health insurance and retirement plans. By allowing benefits to be tied to the individual rather than a single employer, portable benefits empower Kansans to move between jobs or projects without losing critical coverage or savings, increasing both flexibility and economic mobility. These programs also enable businesses to contribute to worker-owned accounts without risking legal reclassification, supporting talent retention and business growth. States across the country are enacting laws to make portable benefits a reality, and it’s time for Kansas to do the same. Passing portable benefits legislation this session will help thousands of Kansans achieve financial stability, access essential benefits, and thrive in a modern, dynamic economy. Let’s act now to ensure every Kansas worker has the security and opportunity they deserve.