Bill > H1956

This bill, titled "Relative to the hospitality comeback," aims to protect certain hospitality workers. It amends Chapter 149 of the Massachusetts General Laws to require hotel employers to offer available positions to "laid off workers" - those who were employed for at least six months in the 12 months prior to March 4, 2020 and were laid off due to economic reasons. The bill outlines the process for these offers, including order of priority based on length of service. It also provides a civil remedy for laid off workers who are aggrieved by a violation of the law, and prohibits employers from retaliating against workers who exercise their rights under the law. Prior to March 1, 2023, each municipality that has accepted this section must report on its effectiveness and whether the protections are still necessary. The bill is intended to help stabilize employment in the hospitality industry as it recovers from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Labor and Employment

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1956