HB 6859 Summary: Predictable Scheduling

• Applies to employers with 500+ employees (or 30+ restaurant locations) in retail, food services, hospitality, and long-term health care establishments, effective October 1, 2023.

• Requires employers to provide written work schedules at least 14 days in advance, post schedules in conspicuous workplace locations, and notify employees of any changes as soon as possible and before the change takes effect.

• Mandates employers pay employees one hour at regular rate for last-minute schedule additions or changes made less than 7 days before work, and one-half regular rate for cancellations or reductions made with less than 7 days notice.

• Requires employers to attempt scheduling existing employees for their desired weekly hours before hiring new workers, or compensate existing employees at their regular rate for hours worked by newly hired employees within their availability.

• Allows employees to decline shifts with less than 11 hours rest between shifts (unless written consent provided at 1.5x pay), and permits civil actions for violations with penalties ranging from $200-$300 per violation plus attorney's fees and damages.