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NC S598
Bill
AI Summary
- Requires all North Carolina employers to offer employees working shifts of six or more hours at least one voluntary paid break of at least 20 minutes, scheduled near the middle of the workday
- Prohibits employers from using the break to delay the start or shorten the duration of the work period without employee approval
- Establishes civil penalties of up to $100 for first violations and up to $500 for subsequent violations, with penalty amounts considered based on business size and violation severity
- Allows employers to appeal penalty determinations to the Commissioner within 15 days, with final determination made through administrative and judicial proceedings under Chapter 150B of the General Statutes
- Takes effect upon enactment and applies to employment in North Carolina on or after that date
Legislative Description
Require 20-Minute Paid Work Breaks
Employment
Last Action
Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate
4/7/2021
Committee Referrals
Rules and Operations of the Senate4/7/2021
Full Bill Text
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