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HB 182

Relating to rest breaks for employees of certain governmental entity contractors; providing an administrative penalty.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Terry Meza

HB 182 mandates rest breaks for government contractor employees in Texas and imposes administrative penalties for violations.

Referred to State Affairs
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Bill Summary · HB 182

Legislative bill overview

HB 182 requires contractors working for certain governmental entities in Texas to provide rest breaks to their employees and establishes administrative penalties for non-compliance. The bill creates a framework for enforcing break requirements across government contract work, though specific details about break duration, frequency, and penalty amounts would be determined by the bill's provisions or subsequent regulation.

Why is this important

This bill directly affects working conditions for employees at government contractors, potentially establishing a baseline labor standard across public contracts. It could influence how Texas governmental entities structure their contracting requirements and may impact contractor operational costs, which could ultimately affect bid pricing on government projects.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope ambiguity: The phrase "certain governmental entity contractors" is vague—it's unclear which entities and contract types would be covered, potentially creating confusion during implementation
  • Competitive impact: Contractors subject to these requirements might face higher labor costs than competitors, raising concerns about fair bidding and whether the requirements create unequal playing fields
  • Penalty structure: The bill's reference to "administrative penalty" lacks specificity about penalty amounts, which could create enforcement inconsistency or disputes over proportionality

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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