Washington HB2052 allows agricultural employees to waive overtime pay for up to 15 workweeks annually.

HB2052 enables agricultural employees to voluntarily waive overtime pay requirements for up to 15 workweeks in a calendar year. This waiver allows employees to work more than the standard 40 hours per week without receiving overtime compensation, provided they agree to the waiver. The bill aims to address the financial strain on agricultural workers during peak harvest seasons by allowing them to work longer hours if they choose. The waiver must be in writing and can be for intermittent or contiguous workweeks.

Washington HB2052 allows agricultural employees to waive overtime pay for up to 15 workweeks annually.

HB2052 enables agricultural employees to voluntarily waive overtime pay requirements for up to 15 workweeks in a calendar year. This waiver allows employees to work more than the standard 40 hours per week without receiving overtime compensation, provided they agree to the waiver. The bill aims to address the financial strain on agricultural workers during peak harvest seasons by allowing them to work longer hours if they choose. The waiver must be in writing and can be for intermittent or contiguous workweeks.