Bill
H 2181
Overview: H 2181, An Act to implement a 4 day work week in the Commonwealth, Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 3, 2025, Introduced on February 27, 2025Purpose and Inte
Overview: H 2181, An Act to implement a 4 day work week in the Commonwealth, Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 3, 2025, Introduced on February 27, 2025
Purpose and Intent: The purpose of this bill is to establish a four-day work week for all state government employees. The goal is to improve work-life balance, reduce commuting costs and emissions, and potentially increase productivity among the state workforce.
Key Provisions:
- Mandates a transition to a four-day, 32-hour work week for all state government agencies and employees
- Requires state agencies to maintain the same level of services and operations despite the reduced work week
- Directs the state's Department of Administration to develop implementation guidelines and oversee the transition
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- All state government employees would be affected by the shift to a four-day work week
- State agencies would need to adapt their operations and service delivery to accommodate the new work schedule
- Residents who rely on state government services may experience changes in availability or access
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill is currently in the legislative process, with the reporting date extended to December 3, 2025. This suggests the relevant committee is still gathering information and deliberating on the proposal before potentially advancing it for a full vote.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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