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H.R. 9008: Worker Rights and Support Act

This bill, known as the **Worker Rights and Support Act**, proposes changes to the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to establish new requirements for employee breaks. Below are the main provisions of the bill:

Required Breaks for Employees

The bill mandates that employers provide specific breaks to their employees based on work hours, categorized as follows:

  • Meal Breaks:
  • Rest and Restroom Breaks:
  • Medical Breaks:

Compensation and Work Time

All paid break times will be counted as hours worked, which could impact overall wages and overtime calculations for impacted employees.

Collective Bargaining and State Laws

The bill recognizes that:

Enforcement and Penalties

The bill includes provisions for enforcement against violations, which could result in legal or equitable relief for employees whose rights are not upheld under these new regulations. Specific penalties for noncompliance include:

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Sponsors

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Actions

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Date Action
May. 21, 2026 Introduced in House
May. 21, 2026 Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

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