Ask HN: Transitioning to freelancing after H1B

I am on H1-B. Can I work full time with my current employer and freelance when I have freetime during the weekend for small local community projects. They can pay on 1099G. I was wondering if anyone has an idea if that is legal to work on 1099

Freelancing is work, so you need a visa that allows you to stay in the US and work there. Tourist visas don't allow any kind of employment.

I'd recommend hiring an immigration attorney. Options will almost certainly vary in individual cases.