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H7362Introduced in the House

Mandates the workweek be reduced to 32 hrs. Rate of pay for a 32 hr workweek remains the same as the rate of pay for 40 hrs. Work in excess of 32 hrs in any one workweek qualify for overtime pay. Does not apply to employers with less than 500 employees.

IntroducedHouse Labor

Introduced by Karen Alzate, District 60

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LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- HEALTH AND SAFE FAMILIES WORKPLACES ACT -- WORKWEEK - Mandates the workweek be reduced to 32 hrs. Rate of pay for a 32 hr workweek remains the same as the rate of pay for 40 hrs. Work in excess of 32 hrs in any one workweek qualify for overtime pay. Does not apply to employers with less than 500 employees.

Where it stands

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

February 5, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to House Labor

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/05/2026)

  3. Committee recommended measure be held for further study

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