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MD HB431

MD HB431
Maryland Fair Scheduling Act


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Introduced
01/20/2022
In Committee
03/01/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
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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