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Protecting Workers, Exposing Fraud, Driving Reform in the Staffing Industry

Why Join P.O.W.E.R. Association?

The P.O.W.E.R. Association is a formal partnership of its members dedicated to workplace ethics and reforms in the Staffing Industry.

The Partnership Organization for Workplace Ethics and Reform (P.O.W.E.R. Association) brings together ethical staffing agencies and vendors, employers, insurers, regulators, investigators, and worker advocates who are committed to cleaning up the staffing industry.

Staffing fraud, workers’ compensation abuse, illegal labor brokerage, misclassification, and wage theft hurt workers, honest employers, and the entire economy. By joining P.O.W.E.R. Association, you become part of a coordinated effort to:

Protect workers from exploitation
Expose and disrupt staffing fraud schemes
Support enforcement and regulatory action
Drive long-term legislative and industry reform

When you join, you’re not just paying dues — you’re stepping into the enforcement and reform side of history.

Why Join P.O.W.E.R. Association?

The P.O.W.E.R. Association is a formal partnership of its members dedicated to workplace ethics and reforms in the Staffing Industry.

The Partnership Organization for Workplace Ethics and Reform (P.O.W.E.R. Association) brings together ethical staffing agencies and vendors, employers, insurers, regulators, investigators, and worker advocates who are committed to cleaning up the staffing industry.

Staffing fraud, workers’ compensation abuse, illegal labor brokerage, misclassification, and wage theft hurt workers, honest employers, and the entire economy. By joining P.O.W.E.R. Association, you become part of a coordinated effort to:

Protect workers from exploitation
Expose and disrupt staffing fraud schemes
Support enforcement and regulatory action
Drive long-term legislative and industry reform

When you join, you’re not just paying dues — you’re stepping into the enforcement and reform side of history.

Who Should Join?

P.O.W.E.R. Association membership is open to:

Staffing agencies committed to ethical and compliant practices
Employers who use staffing and want to work with ethical staffing agencies and help reduce their own employment risks and fight fraud
Vendors in the Staffing Space who provide products and services to staffing agencies who want to work with ethical and professional operators
Insurers, TPAs, PEO’s, brokers, and risk managers
Attorneys, investigators, auditors, and compliance professionals
Worker advocacy organizations & nonprofits
Academics and policy professionals focused on labor, insurance, and regulation

(Government, law enforcement, and press may participate as non-dues, non-voting collaborators.)

Member Benefits

1. P.O.W.E.R. Compliance Seal™ & Directory Listing

Use of the P.O.W.E.R. “Membership” logo on websites, proposals and sales materials.
Use of the P.O.W.E.R. “Ethical Staffing Partner” Seal on your website, proposals, and
materials
Listing in the P.O.W.E.R. Ethical Staffing & Employer Directory, promoted to insurers and
employers

2. P.O.W.E.R. newsletter, Fraud Alerts & Enforcement Intelligence Bulletins

Quarterly P.O.W.E.R. newsletter with latest trends and updates
Access to members-only fraud alerts, trend reports, and case summaries
Briefings on piggybacking schemes, shell staffing operations, WC fraud, and enforcement actions

3. Compliance Resources & Templates

Practical tols and templates, including:

Ethics and anti-retaliation policies
Workers’ compensation verification procedures
Sample staffing contract clauses
Fraud-prevention and due diligence checklists

4. Regulatory & Legal Guidance (Helpdesk)

Access to a non-lawyer regulatory helpdesk for:

Understanding DIR, CDI, WCIRB, EDD, and WCAB rules
Best practices for certificate verification and labor broker vetting

(Not formal legal representation; informational guidance only.)

5. Training, Webinars & Certification

Discounts or free access to

Staffing fraud detection and WC verification training
Ethical Staffing / Compliance Certification programs
Regular webinars on enforcement trends and new regulations

6. Whistleblower & Enforcement Support

Priority intake and referral support for suspected fraud cases
Guidance on documenting misconduct and routing cases to the right agencies

7. Advocacy & Reform Voice

Representation in legislative and regulatory discussions relating to:

Staffing industry oversight
Workers’ comp fraud and premium leakage
Labor broker regulation and licensing
Worker protection and wage enforcement

8. Events & Networking

Invitations to:

The P.O.W.E.R. Staffing Ethics Summit
Roundtables with insurers, regulators, and investigators
Regional workshops and training events

9. Members Only Discounts and Special Access

Members can receive:

COMING SOON

10. Governance & Committees (for Voting Members)

Eligibility to serve on:

Ethics Committee
Enforcement Referral & Investigations Committee
Legislative & Regulatory Affairs Committee
Employer or Staffing Advisory Councils

Voting rights on key association decisions and board elections (for eligible membership categories)

Membership Levels & Dues

Individual Member

^_$145

/ year

Compliance, legal, HR, risk, investigative, and advocacy professionals.

Organization /

Corporate

Member

^_$495

/ year

Staffing agencies, employers, insurers, TPAs, brokers, and professional firms.

Government /

Law Enforcement /

Regulatory / Press

^_$0

/ year

Complimentary, non-voting participation to support enforcement and transparency.

Membership Levels & Dues

Individual Member

^_$145^_/year

Compliance, legal, HR, risk, investigative, and advocacy professionals.

Organization / Corporate Member

^_$495^_/year

Staffing agencies, employers, insurers, TPAs, brokers, and professional firms.

Government / Law Enforcement / Regulatory / Press

^_$0^_/year

Complimentary, non-voting participation to support enforcement and transparency.

How to Join

1

Complete the Online Application

Provide your organization details, contact information, and a brief ethics/compliance attestation.

2

Submit Payment

Pay dues securely online via credit card or ACH.

3

Membership Review & Approval

P.O.W.E.R. Association may conduct basic screening for fraud, enforcement history, or conflicts.

4

Receive Your Welcome Kit

New members receive:

Digital membership certificate
P.O.W.E.R. Members Logo and Compliance Seal™ files
Access credentials for the member portal and resources

5

Get Involved

Join a committee
Attend trainings and events
Participate in enforcement referral and reform initiatives

How to Join

1

Complete the Online Application

Provide your organization details, contact information, and a brief ethics/compliance attestation.

2

Submit Payment

Pay dues securely online via credit card or ACH.

3

Membership Review & Approval

P.O.W.E.R. Association may conduct basic screening for fraud, enforcement history, or conflicts.

4

Receive Your Welcome Kit

New members receive:

Digital membership certificate
P.O.W.E.R. Members Logo and Compliance Seal™ files
Access credentials for the member portal and resources

5

Get Involved

Join a committee
Attend trainings and events
Participate in enforcement referral and reform initiatives

Understanding the Bigger Picture

As part of our commitment to advocacy and transparency, POWER also tracks how other states regulate staffing agencies.

This information helps educate policymakers, reporters, and workers about why stronger oversight is needed in California — and where we stand compared to others.

Below is a side-by-side comparison showing how different states handle licensing, background checks, bonding, and compliance standards for staffing agencies.

5x5 Table — Noto Sans JP

Regulation Area	California (Current)	New York	Illinois	Massachusetts
Licensing Requirements	No specific statewide licensing for staffing agencies	Mandatory license through Department of Labor	Requires registration and proof of compliance	Requires license and periodic renewal
Background Checks	Not uniformly required	Required for certain industries (healthcare, education)	Must maintain screening policies	Required for all placement agencies
Bonding / Security Deposit	Not required	$5,000–$10,000 bond required	$10,000 bond minimum	Surety bond based on employee count
Wage & Hour Enforcement	Relies on Labor Commissioner complaints	Enforced through DOL oversight and audits	Requires recordkeeping and disclosure	Strict pay stub and record verification
Transparency to Workers	Limited disclosure required	Must disclose all deductions and fees	Must disclose all employer markups and deductions	Must display all wage and benefit terms

(POWER will continue updating this table as new legislation or oversight models emerge.)

This comparison helps illustrate the gaps in California’s oversight and the opportunities to strengthen worker protection through new legislation.

Join P.O.W.E.R. Association today and stand on the side of integrity.

Protect workers. Expose fraud. Help drive real reform in the staffing industry.

Cheaters Are Destroying the Staffing Industry

Their Illegal Tactics

No Workers’ Comp. Slashing costs by skipping insurance.

Tax Evasion. Underreporting payroll by millions.

Wage Theft. Exploiting workers to underbid you.

The Result

They steal your clients, depress market rates, and put your business at risk.

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