Bill > S0857

This bill modifies existing Rhode Island labor law to require retail establishments with 15 or more employees to provide workers who work on Sundays or holidays with additional compensation and work guarantees. Specifically, these employees must receive "time and a half" pay (150% of their standard hourly wage) and be guaranteed a minimum of four hours of work when scheduled on Sundays or holidays. The bill clarifies that working on these days must be strictly voluntary, and employees cannot be penalized, discriminated against, dismissed, or have their hours reduced for refusing to work. The bill also includes an important exemption for employees already covered by collective bargaining agreements or individual employment contracts. The law aims to provide additional protections and compensation for retail workers during weekend and holiday shifts, while giving businesses and employees some flexibility in scheduling.

Labor and Employment

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