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Introduced
01/20/2022
01/20/2022
In Committee
03/01/2022
03/01/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/11/2022
04/11/2022
Introduced Session
2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requiring an employer who employs individuals in a food service facility or retail establishment to pay certain employees at a certain rate of pay for certain shifts of work, except under certain circumstances; and providing that certain employees employed in a food service facility or retail establishment have the right to decline to work hours that occur during the 11 hours following the end of a shift; etc.
AI Summary
This bill, the Maryland Fair Scheduling Act, requires employers in the food service and retail sectors that are part of large chains or franchises to pay employees for at least 4 hours of work even if they are required to work less than that. It also requires employers to pay employees for on-call shifts, and gives employees the right to decline to work during the 11 hours following the end of a previous shift. The bill includes provisions to prevent retaliation against employees who exercise their rights under the Act, and allows employees to file complaints or civil actions to enforce the law.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Unfavorable Report by Economic Matters (on 03/01/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0431?ys=2022RS |
| Vote Image | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2022RS/votes_comm/hb0431_ecm.pdf |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2022RS/bills/hb/hb0431f.pdf |
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