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Paid Rest Breaks for Construction Workers: New Rights and Protections.

This bill introduces mandatory paid 15-minute rest breaks for construction employees every four hours of work. Employers must inform workers about this right and prohibit retaliation for taking breaks. This aims to improve working conditions and protect the rights of employees in the construction industry.
Key points
Construction employees will be entitled to paid 15-minute rest breaks for every four hours of work.
Employers must notify employees of their right to breaks and the prohibition against retaliation.
Penalties for violations include administrative fines for employers and potential compensation for employees.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8444
Sponsor: Rep. Garcia, Sylvia R. [D-TX-29]
Process start date: 2022-07-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to require paid rest breaks for certain construction employees, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8444.

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 2022-07-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Construction employees will be entitled to paid 15-minute rest breaks for every four hours of work.
  • Employers must notify employees of their right to breaks and the prohibition against retaliation.
  • Penalties for violations include administrative fines for employers and potential compensation for employees.
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. Garcia, Sylvia R. [D-TX-29].

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.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Labor