An Act relative to overtime pay for agricultural laborers
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to establish overtime pay requirements for agricultural laborers in Massachusetts. Currently, many agricultural workers are not covered by overtime laws, leading to potential exploitation. The legislation aims to ensure these workers receive overtime compensation for hours worked beyond a standard workweek, similar to protections afforded to other employees. It would bring Massachusetts in line with other states that have already addressed this issue.
Key provisions
- Requires agricultural employers to provide overtime pay to laborers.
- Defines ‘agricultural laborer’ for the purposes of this law.
- Establishes standards for calculating overtime pay.
- Specifies exemptions to the overtime pay requirement (likely related to specific agricultural activities).
- Creates a process for enforcement of the law.
- Addresses potential issues related to independent contractor classifications.
- Requires the Department of Labor and Workforce Development to administer the law.
- Establishes a reporting mechanism for violations.
Who is affected
- Agricultural laborers in Massachusetts
- Agricultural employers in Massachusetts
- The Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Notable changes
- Expands overtime protections to a previously unregulated sector of the workforce.
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5 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Patricia D. Jehlen
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