ME LD1865

Establishes a Four-day Workweek Pilot Project administered by the Maine Department of Labor, starting no later than January 1, 2027 and lasting 2-4 years

Eligible employers must have at least 15 employees and submit proposals ensuring participating workers receive reduced weekly hours without loss of pay, employment status, or benefits

Provides tax credits to participating private employers (public employers may participate but are ineligible for credits), with amounts determined based on criteria such as fixed dollar amounts per employer/employee or wage percentages

Requires the Department to select diverse participants across size, industry, geography, and ownership types (veteran-owned, women-owned, minority-owned, disability-owned businesses)

Mandates ongoing data collection through employee surveys, interviews, and economic metrics, with annual progress reports and a final report to legislative committees on the effects of 4-day workweeks