During the past two years, the Legislature, along with the governor, have passed some much-needed reform.

Independent contractors have long needed someone on their side in Augusta and it seems like now they do. With the passage of bills that have reformed the definition of independent contracting, these businessmen and women now have a chance to make more money for their families.

Independent contractors are everywhere. They are truck drivers, hairdressers and even oil burner repairmen. These people have been burdened with unfair definitions of their business status which has resulted in unfair taxation on the state and federal levels.

Kudos to the government in Augusta for helping out Maine’s working families. With their help, we have gone a long way toward making sure that Maine is a great place to live and do business.

Randy Jeselskis, Lisbon Falls