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Reducing the Standard Workweek to 32 Hours with Protected Pay.

This bill amends the Fair Labor Standards Act to reduce the standard workweek from 40 to 32 hours. This change means employees must receive overtime pay for working more than 32 hours per week, potentially increasing leisure time or earnings potential. Crucially, employers are prohibited from reducing an employee's total compensation or benefits when implementing the shorter workweek.
Key points
The threshold for mandatory overtime pay is lowered from 40 hours to 32 hours per week.
Work exceeding 32 hours per week must be compensated at a rate of at least 1.5 times the regular pay rate.
New daily overtime rules are established: 1.5 times pay for 8-12 hours, and double pay for work exceeding 12 hours in a single day.
The transition to the 32-hour week will be phased in over three years for certain employees, and existing pay and benefits must be maintained.
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Print number: 118_S_3947
Sponsor: Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT]
Process start date: 2024-03-14
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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 118_S_3947.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-03-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The threshold for mandatory overtime pay is lowered from 40 hours to 32 hours per week.
  • Work exceeding 32 hours per week must be compensated at a rate of at least 1.5 times the regular pay rate.
  • New daily overtime rules are established: 1.5 times pay for 8-12 hours, and double pay for work exceeding 12 hours in a single day.
  • The transition to the 32-hour week will be phased in over three years for certain employees, and existing pay and benefits must be maintained.
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 Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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Labor