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Reducing Workweek to 32 Hours: New Overtime Rules

This bill proposes to reduce the standard workweek from 40 to 32 hours. This means that after working more than 32 hours in a week, employees would be entitled to higher overtime pay. These changes will be phased in over three years.
Key points
The standard workweek will be reduced from 40 to 32 hours.
Work exceeding 32 hours per week will be compensated at least 1.5 times the regular rate.
Work exceeding 8 hours per day will be compensated at least 1.5 times, and over 12 hours per day at least double the regular rate.
Changes will be phased in: 38 hours in the first year, 36 in the second, 34 in the third, and finally 32 hours after three years.
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Print number: 117_HR_4728
Sponsor: Rep. Takano, Mark [D-CA-41]
Process start date: 2021-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Thirty-Two Hour Workweek Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4728.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The standard workweek will be reduced from 40 to 32 hours.
  • Work exceeding 32 hours per week will be compensated at least 1.5 times the regular rate.
  • Work exceeding 8 hours per day will be compensated at least 1.5 times, and over 12 hours per day at least double the regular rate.
  • Changes will be phased in: 38 hours in the first year, 36 in the second, 34 in the third, and finally 32 hours after three years.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Takano, Mark [D-CA-41].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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Labor