In this episode, Caitlynn and Seanna unpack the newly introduced 2025 Hire Act—a proposed bill that aims to penalize businesses that outsource services overseas. While it sounds like a move targeted at big tech, it could impact your business too, especially if you work with overseas VAs, designers, or support staff.
We break it down in plain English:
- What the Hire Act actually says (no legalese, promise)
- Who qualifies as a “foreign worker” under the bill
- How the proposed 25% excise tax and loss of deductions could hit your bottom line
- Why this bill might affect contractors, not just employees
- The timeline for possible enforcement (hint: January 2026 is closer than you think)
- Why your next hire might need to stay stateside—and how to plan for that
- Why now is the time to model out worst-case hiring costs before it’s too late
This is not a political conversation. It’s a financial one. Whether the bill passes or not, it’s got enough momentum to warrant a serious look at your hiring plans as we head into year-end planning season.
Considering hiring in 2026 or beyond? Book a call today and we’ll help you model out your options so you’re not caught off guard.