Washington HB1597 allows agricultural employers to choose 12 weeks annually for employees to work up to 50 hours without overtime pay.

Washington HB1597 modifies overtime pay rules for agricultural workers. It allows employers to select 12 weeks each year when employees can work up to 50 hours without incurring overtime pay. The bill aims to provide flexibility to agricultural employers to manage labor demand during peak periods. Employers must notify employees of the selected weeks at least 30 days in advance. The bill also addresses economic pressures on the agricultural sector and the mental health impacts on workers.

Washington HB1597 allows agricultural employers to choose 12 weeks annually for employees to work up to 50 hours without overtime pay.

Washington HB1597 modifies overtime pay rules for agricultural workers. It allows employers to select 12 weeks each year when employees can work up to 50 hours without incurring overtime pay. The bill aims to provide flexibility to agricultural employers to manage labor demand during peak periods. Employers must notify employees of the selected weeks at least 30 days in advance. The bill also addresses economic pressures on the agricultural sector and the mental health impacts on workers.